Eyes on the prize
It’s Bellarine Football Netball League grand final weekend.
A full day of sport is on the agenda at Leopold Memorial Park on Saturday September 7 with 12 netball and three footy grand finals.
Five footy and eight netball clubs will be represented during tomorrow’s season climax.
Geelong Amateur will take on Ocean Grove in the A Grade netball and Surf Coast rivals Anglesea and Torquay meet in the senior footy.
Pictured are James Carr (Anglesea), James Darke (Torquay), Keisha Guilmartin (Geelong Amateur) and Emily Moroney (Ocean Grove) with their respective Dow Cups.
The netball action start from 8am and the footy kicks off with the Under 18 Division 2 grand final at 9.15am.
The weather forecast is looking promising with a mostly sunny top temperature of 19 degrees with little to no rain, and most importantly, none of the wild winds that have hit the region this week.
See page 31 for previews, starting times and match-ups.
Boost to health services
By Matt Hewson
The state government unveiled two major health and wellbeing projects in Geelong this week.
Wednesday marked the official opening of both the the new, state-of-the-art children’s emergency department at University Hospital and Central Geelong Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub on Moorabool Street.
Victorian Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas visited University Hospital to officially open the children’s emergency department on
Wednesday morning, where she was joined by local members Christine Couzens, Ella George and Alison Marchant to tour the facilities and meet staff.
The emergency department includes 28 new beds, with two fast-track and eight short-stay beds as well as support spaces for children and their families. Importantly, the children’s emergency department is completely separate from the general ED, which can often be a chaotic and noise-filled area.
The $20 million facility was delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority in
partnership with Barwon Health and builder Kane Constructions, creating about 60 jobs.
Ms Thomas said the project was critical for children and families across Geelong and the surrounding region.
“We know that children present a whole range of special needs and challenges to our health services,” she said.
“What we have here with the Children’s Emergency Department is a specially designed facility, one that will help children feel more at ease, will help their families feel calmer and be able to deliver the very best information to the
clinicians about the concerns that they have for their child’s health.
“It’s really important that an environment is created where the children themselves and their families feel that they have the time and a place where they can talk to clinicians about all of their concerns.”
Later in the day, Minister for Mental Health Ingrid Stitt officially opened Geelong’s new four-storey Mental Health Hub in the heart of Geelong’s CBD.
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No charges for religious parents
By Melissa Meehan, AAP
The religious parents of a baby who died of malnutrition because they believed their faith would save him, rather medical intervention, will not be charged over his death.
Thetwo-and-a-halfweekoldbabyboy,died on 17 January 2022 after his parents chose not to seek medical assistance despite appearing blue in colour, weak and underweight in the days leading to his death.
State Coroner of Victoria John Cain investigated the baby’s death who found the parents held “strong religious beliefs” and believed their faith would intervene.
The boy, known as Baby A, was born at home in Hamlyn Heights, Geelong, without medical professionals present, despite his parents initially reaching out to both a midwife and doula earlier in their pregnancy.
The couple ultimately decided to be “completely led by faith“ and chose to have neither present at the birth.
Despite being born a “healthy plump baby boy” weighing roughly four kilograms, the baby’shealthdeclinedandinthedaysleading up to his death he appeared “to be blue in colour“, weaker and skinnier, according to the coroner’s report.
At midnight on January 17, 2022, the baby’s father raised concerns about his son’s
breathing but the couple thought he would recover and they laid down on the bed together and prayed over him.
At 3am, the father observed that Baby A “appeared to be fading and was turning purple“ and took him to the bathroom where he began CPR.
Attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful and his parents, both aged in their 20s, made the decision not to call an ambulance because they had faith he would not die.
He died soon after.
Mr Cain said this case was a timely reminder for parents who choose to embark on a free birth or home birth without medical
Boost for Geelong health services
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Intended to deliver wraparound treatment, care and support, the $18 million hub provides access to a range of services including assessment, treatments and therapies, care planning and coordination, education, peer support and self-help.
The hub is also the new home of the Greater Geelong and Queenscliffe Mental Health and Wellbeing Local, previously located in North Geelong.
Part of a network of 15 Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals across the state, the free service provides care and treatment for adults experiencing mental illness or psychological
distress, including substance abuse and addiction.
“The Royal Commission told us Victorians find navigating the mental health system too hard,” Ms Stitt said. “This mental health hub in the centre of Geelong means the community can easily access the type of care they need, when it is needed.”
assistance or intervention.
“Whilst I cannot determine that Baby A’s death was preventable, there may have been some benefit from specialist maternity or medical support,“ Mr Cain wrote in his findings.
“It appears likely that the earlier the medical attention was sought, the higher the likelihood that Baby A would have recovered and survived.“
Victoria Police said Geelong detectives prepared a report for the coroner following the death the baby.
“An investigation was conducted and it was determined that no criminality was detected,” a spokesperson said.
Sparrovale dog park planned
Residents in Greater Geelong’s fastest growing area will have access to a new fenced dog park as of next year.
Geelongcouncilwillbuildthenewdog parkontheresidentialedgeofSparrovale Reserve in Armstrong Creek in 2025, jointly funded by $550,000 from the state government and $100,000 from the City of Greater Geelong (CoGG).
The park will give local dog owners a place to exercise their pets, as dogs are prohibited from the Sparrovale Wetlands and will be “larger in scale but more ‘natural’ looking” than Geelong’s other dog parks, according to a CoGG statement.
Mayor Trent Sullivan said the park would protect wildlife in the wetlands by providing dogs and their owners with a designated recreational space.
“We’ve seen how popular fenced dog parks have become and this facility will be an important addition to the Armstrong Creek growth area,” Cr Sullivan said. “I’m sure it will be very well used, and it will also help protect the Sparrovale Wetlands next door by giving dogs a great place to exercise away from the environmentally sensitive parts of the reserve where they’re not allowed.”
State Member for Western Victoria, Gayle Tierney, welcomed the initiative, saying it was “great news for our community of dog lovers, who will soon have a dedicated space at Sparrovale Reservetoexercisetheirpetsandconnect with fellow pet owners”.
“This initiative will create a safe and enjoyable environment for our furry friends to play and socialise, while also strengthening the bonds within our community,” Ms Tierney said.
Residents can visit yoursay. geelongaustralia.com.au/sdp to view a concept plan of the park and submit feedback from now until Monday, September 16.
Be spring-ready and update your asthma plan this week
Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics encourage the Geelong and Barwon South West communities to update their asthma plans during National Asthma Week.
National Asthma Week runs from September 1 to 7 and marks the start of spring, which can trigger people living with asthma and lead to serious health concerns if left unmanaged.
An AV spokesperson told the Independent that Barwon South West region paramedics responded to more than 190 asthma-related
cases from September 2, 2023, to August 30, 2024.
AV Emergency Management director Justin Dunlop said around one in nine Victorians live with asthma and that it can affect people of all ages.
“The conditions will change quickly in the coming weeks, so we want everyone with asthma to be ready with a plan,” he said.
“By taking preventative action and taking asthma seriously, you’re making a real difference for our busy paramedics who are
facing high demand.
“Everyone’s asthma action plan will look different, and it will help you manage your condition, ensuring you don’t find yourself in an emergency.”
Asthma Australia’s Health Knowledge and Translation director Anthony Flynn said asthma action plans should be updated yearly for adults and every six months for children.
“It sets out your important asthma information in a way that is easy to follow
and is a valuable reminder of what to do in case your asthma gets out of control,” he said.
“Following your plan and having regular reviews with your doctor can result in fewer days off from school or work, reduced emergency visits to hospital and less use of reliever medication.”
If someone has difficulty breathing and their reliever medicine is not working, people should call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
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Above: Barwon Health CEO Frances Diver, Health Minister Mary-Ann Thomas, Christine Couzens MP, Bec Chapman, Dr Belinda Hibble, Alison Marchant MP and Ella George MP. Below: Minister Mary-Ann Thomas, joined by local MPs Christine Couzens, Ella George and Alison Marchant, outlines the importance of the new facility. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 429689
Destructive winds shake region
By Jena Carr
It was a busy night for first responders as wind gusts of close to 100km/h hit the Geelong and Barwon South West region on Monday.
VICSES crews in the Barwon South West region received more than 550 requests for assistance (RFAs) between 7pm on Sunday, September 1, and noon on Monday, September 2. A spokesperson told the Independent that the RFAs featured close to 400 cases of fallen trees and 160 incidents of building damage due to the strong winds overnight.
SurfCoastShireCounciloperationsmanager
Travis Nelson said staff had responded to 95 calls for fallen trees and branches across the shire since Wednesday, August 28.
“Withsuchahighvolumeofrequestscoming through, the priority is to ensure the safety of the public by clearing the fallen trees/branches from the road or footpath,” he said. “Our ‘On Call’ officer received three calls for fallen trees on Saturday and only one on Sunday, but...after the gale force winds experienced overnight (on Monday), we received another 37 calls.”
In a press conference, Victorian Emergency
Management commissioner Rick Nugent said damaging and locally destructive winds hit the state from 1am to 4am on Monday.
“An enormous amount of preparation readiness was put in place over the weekend in preparation for last night’s extreme weather event,” he said.
“Many of our volunteers and emergency serviceworkersmissedoutonspendingFather’s Day with loved ones, so I really thank them for their commitment, effort, and professionalism.
“It is clear to us that community did listen to messages over the past couple of days, they
Uncovering the truth through fiction
A Lara writer and former television journalist will release her debut thriller novel, taking readers through twists, turns, suspicion and murder.
Alexia Boland Herrick’s new book, Truth Stays Buried, released on Saturday, September 7, which follows the story of a graveyard shift newspaper reporter who goes missing.
“Superstar investigative reporter Harrison Marks gets the greatest stories, all the glory and all the awards, but he mysteriously goes missing the night of the latest award,” Ms Herrick said.
“Tasman Hill, he’s the hero, he starts to
cover it and so the paper begins covering the disappearance of their own colleague. As they follow the story, there’s more twists and turns.”
Ms Herrick said the novel drew inspiration from her time as a field reporter, including an incident that occurred while driving around Merton Gap with her camera operator.
“Sometimes the truth is crazier than the stories we can make up... There was an overturned truck that was half off the road and there was no one else around,” she said.
“We’re first on the scene and called the police as we couldn’t find the truck driver.
We’re looking around the scene, and the cameraman gets the camera out and starts filming.
“Thedriverthenapproachesandhe’sintotal shock. He is holding a spanner like he was going to approach us in a really hostile way and I remember being so terrified... Nothing happened, but it felt like it was about to.”
MsHerricksaidshestartedwritingthebook three years ago while expecting her second daughter and had already begun writing her second thriller novel ahead of the release of her first book.
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did head these messages, they took action, and many people weren’t on the roads at the high-risk period.”
VICSES Geelong and Barwon South West volunteers attended more than 1100 RFAs since 2pm on Tuesday, August 27, with close to 800 reports of trees down and 300 for building damage.
The South Barwon (138) and Corio (116) units have responded to more than 100 RFAs, with VICSES encouraging people to monitor the current weather situation at emergency.vic. gov.au/respond
Regulations not a ‘surprise’
Geelong anti-shooting groups were left “disappointed” with the new Victorian Wildlife (Game) Regulations 2024.
The hunting regulations will come into effect on September 7, with changes including the phase-out of toxic lead ammunition for all game hunting and an increase in the duck season’s length.
Geelong Duck Rescue’s (GDR) David Mould said he felt that “no serious initiatives” were included in the new regulations to reduce wounding rates or improve shooters’ training.
“All the members of GDR are disappointed with the new regulations, but not one of us is surprised,” he said.
“The one (positive) element in the regulations is the phase-out of lead shot completely... which has taken until now to get the job completely done.
“The new regulations are barely a change from the old regulations. It has increased the length of the season and reduced the accountability of shooters. “
Geelong Field and Game conservation officerTrentLeensaid “Themaindriving force behind the hunter conservation movement is to protect the habitat and ensure the waterfowl and quarry that we chase is sustainable.”
“There are some things that we would like slightly different in there, but the government’s commitment to hunting and their acknowledgement of our conservation work is heartwarming.
“The steel (lead) shot for quail was a recommendation by the select committee that I don’t believe has been fully explored for a shut hard phasing.
“We’re not denying that it’s the right thing to do in the long term, but the industry needs time to adapt and import the right selection of shells.”
Lara writer and former television journalist Alexia Boland Herrick will release her debut thriller novel Truth Stays Buried. (Jena Carr) 430016_01
Partnership to lower energy bills
Surf Coast Shire Council is partnering with the Electric Homes Program to boost energy efficiency across the region.
Council will hold an information session on September 12 from 5.45pm to 7pm at its Torquay office at 1 Merrijig Drive to help educate residents about the benefits of energy-efficient home upgrades.
Mayor Liz Pattison said the program supported council’s goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance
renewable energy use, and improve community resilience to climate change.
“The Electric Homes Program represents a significant step in Council’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability,” she said.
“BypartneringwithGeelongSustainability, we are making it easier for residents to access energy-efficient solutions, reduce their carbon footprint, and lower their energy bills.”
The Geelong Sustainability-developed program launched on August 28 and is open to expressions of interest until October 30 across the Surf Coast, Geelong and surrounding regions.
The program will provide participating homes with a comprehensive energy audit, services and products like solar and battery storage, and special pricing on certain products.
The regional initiative was designed to help
Red takes bronze in pawsome effort
A Geelong West assistance dog is celebrating a third-place win in a nationwide competition to find the op office and working dogs.
LabradorRedwasannouncedOZTOPDOG’s People’sChoicethird-placewinneronMonday, September 2, for his help to owner Penny Dorgan.
Ms Dorgan battels a rare autoimmune disease called catastrophic antiphospholipid syndrome, which causes multi-organ failure. She said her life changed six months ago when Red came into her life.
“For the past 13 years, I have been confined to a wheelchair and tied to an oxygen tank 24
hoursaday,sincehavingastrokeatage36,”she said. “Eight years ago, everything got worse. My marriage broke up. I left the workforce due to harassment and bullying. I was depressed and suicidal. Life was not worth living.
“Red has been trained in remarkable ways to not only provide sensory and motor assistance, but also to look after my health and wellbeing. Red fits seamlessly into my daily routines.”
Ms Dorgan said Red completed many tasks for her, like opening and closing gates and doors, bringing her items, helping with household and daily chores, and providing emotional support.
“Since having Red, I have returned to paid employment four days a week... He is literally my hands and my feet when my own limbs cannot or will not oblige,” she said.
“Together, we are a united, strong team, successfully starting and finishing jobs. Red and I continue to strengthen our partnership as Red is learning to do more and more things.
“He is my constant companion, loving me unconditionally and always at my side, even whennotinhisworkingharness.Heknowsme and reads my needs and moods better than any human being.”
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households transition from gas to electric through energy-efficient solutions, which included solar panels, batteries and other home improvements.
The program follows last year’s success of moving more than 300 households away from gas, with Geelong Sustainability providing all the necessary information for homeowners.
Visit ElectricHomes.com.au for more information.
Golden Plains CEO starts
Shane Walden has taken up his new role as Golden Plains Shire’s chief executive.
Mr Walden began his tenure on Monday this week, succeeding Eric Braslis, who stepped down from the position in May.
Previous to this role, Mr Walden was assets and operations director at Macedon Ranges Shire for almost five years. Mr Walden said he was excited and energised to be joining Golden Plains Shire Council.
“There’s several exciting challenges and opportunities ahead, which I’m eager to work on with all the teams. It’s a privilege to join the Golden Plains team,” Shane said.
Following the announcement in July that he would take on the role, Mr Walden said his goals were to “foster responsible growth in alignment with the State Government’s Housing Strategy, recognising the importance of developing essential infrastructure such asroadsandfacilities,andprotectingour rural character and environment”. A statement from the shire said Mr Walden’s leadership style was a “balanced mix of personable engagement and a strong commitment to fiscal responsibility, efficient business processes, and organisational integration”.
Golden Plains Shire Council mayor Cr Brett Cunningham said he was looking forward to working closely with Mr Walden, who had a clear and ambitious vision for the future.
“I was thrilled at the calibre of applicantsfortheroleofCEOandbelieve that we will be in incredibly good hands with the choice that Councillors have made,” Cr Cunningham said.
“With Shane’s deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges ahead of us, we’re confident he is the right person to lead Golden Plains Shire Council through its next chapter.”
Cycling icon set to lead ride from Geelong to Melbourne
Bicycle Network has announced Australian cycling icon Simon Gerrans will act as event ambassador for the annual Around the Bay bike ride.
Gerrans,amultipleGrandTourstagewinner, Tour de France commentator and owner of Geelong bike store Hendry’s, will lead out an expected10,000cyclistsforthe135kmGeelong to Albert Park ride on Sunday, October 6. Hendry’s will provide mechanical and rider support for the event and also conduct two free local training rides in September.
Gerrans, who is in the process of moving to Geelong, said he was excited to serve as ambassador for the ride’s 30th anniversary
event. “Bicycle Network and United Energy Around the Bay aligns closely to Hendry’s values of fostering a supportive and inclusive cycling community,” he said.
“I hope plenty of Geelong locals join me on the ride. Hendry’s will provide mechanical support and assist riders as they pass through the Geelong and Queenscliff stopovers.”
The event includes six ride options, ranging from the Family Ride around Albert Park to the 300km loop for seasoned riders.
The135kmride,whichGerranswillleadout, begins at Geelong Waterfront before taking the Queenscliff ferry to Sorrento and riding through to Melbourne.
Bicycle Network is a not-for-profit organisation focused on getting more people riding bikes more often, both for their health and the wellbeing of the environment.
With nearly 50,000 members around the country, Bicycle Network runs cycling events and programs, supports riders and advocates for bike riding.
Around the Bay also serves as a fundraiser, with Maddie Riewoldt’s Vision this year’s charity partner. Visit bicyclenetwork.com.au for more information on Around the Bay or hendrys. com.au for information on the free training rides.
Simon Gerrans is ambassador for Bicycle Network’s 30th annual Around the Bay bike ride and fundraiser. (Supplied)
Geelong West’s Penny Dorgan with her winning assistance dog Red. (Supplied)
New school crossing speed trial
The City of Greater Geelong has begun a trial program to slow down traffic and increase safety around schools.
Speedawarenessmonitors(SAMs)havebeen installed near Montpellier Primary School and Moolap Primary School to alert drivers to how fast they are travelling and record traffic speed data.
The signs display the speed of oncoming vehicles and an emoji - a green smiling face for those under the limit, a red sad face for those going too fast.
Previous trials at other councils showed the SAMsweresuccessfulinencouragingspeeding drivers to slow down.
Step into another world
An immersive art installation giving passersby the chance to part of a living work of art is in Geelong for one more month.
Phosphoresence, award-winning Geelong-based artist Laura Alice’s spectacle of light and sound, will be in the Malop St entrance of Market Square until October.
Combining art and technology, Phosphoresence uses hand-painted artworks, animation, projection, sound design and programming to create an interactive experience that responds to people’s movement and energy.
Ms Alice said the installation, created with the help of carpenter Cal Caiger, was intended to transport people out of the mundane and into another world.
“I’m really curious about creating a sense of wonder in people’s everyday,” she said. “My intent is to surprise people, that when they’re out shopping or doing their everyday tasks that they suddenly step into something that catches them off guard and that can kind of create a
sense of wonder in people’s everyday lives.”
The theme of the work is energy, whether from the smallest living creatures or in the boundless reaches of the universe.
“I’ve been entranced by the notion that at our essence, we are all composed of vibrating energy particles,” Ms Alice said. “The entire cosmos, from atoms to stars, engages in an intricate dance of energy. Human bodies, too, are stardust and energy made conscious.
“Through ‘Phosphorescence’ I aimed to capture the science and magic of this reality. I wanted to break down the illusion of human separationfromtheworldaroundus.Thespace invites viewers to see themselves as integral to the larger cosmic and subatomic dance, using reflections and technology to integrate them into the artwork.”
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Laura Alice’s immersive art installation Phosphoresence is at Market Square through September. (Amber Palicka)
City Transport portfolio chair Councillor Ron Nelson said the SAMs were aimed at protecting Geelong’s most vulnerable community members.
“Weareexcitedtotrialthesemonitorswhich have had success in other municipalities and led to a drop in speed of 8.1 km/h by drivers exceeding the speed limit,” Cr Nelson said.
“Council looks forward to seeing the results ofacomprehensiveprojectevaluationfollowing the trial, which will gauge the effectiveness of this initiative at these locations.”
Mayor Trent Sullivan said the council introducedthenewinitiativetoenhanceschool crossing safety.
“By slowing down behind the wheel, we are making our school crossings safer for school children, families and school staff at Moolap Primary School and Montpellier Primary School,” Mayor Sullivan said.
“Our new Speed Awareness Monitors will remind drivers that road safety is everyone’s responsibility, as we work towards our Vision Zero goal.”
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Connection key to happy families
Andy McNeilly is working on his third book and has the job of his dreams. Justin Flynn spoke with the Ocean Grover about work, life and past, present and future projects.
If you are a parent and are reading this, how much time do you spend with your kids?
Not just being in the same room or house, but how much actual time?
If the answer is ‘not enough’ then Ocean Grove author Andy McNeilly’s books might be useful.
Five years ago the Ocean Grove Primary School Mental Health & Wellbeing Leader published Connecting with Your Kids and then last year released Connecting with Your Teens.
The tomes have been acclaimed as an essential tool for parents wanting to be more involved in their childrens’ lives.
“I noticed probably five years ago that schools were really doing a great job of teaching all the academic stuff, but weren’t really up to speed with the social, emotional learning and the well-being,” Andy says.
“Schools are really good at it now, but at the time there was a big gap. I wanted to give parents some skills and tools to be able to help their kids as well learn those executive skills, like being more resilient, learning to manage emotions, learning about gratitude and empathy about being kind.”
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Like adults, kids will make mistakes. But if you punish them, there’s no learning ’’ - Andy McNeilly
As Andy’s own kids turned into teenagers, it was natural to write another book about connecting with your young adults.
“As my kids became teenagers it became necessary to have more teenage-focused themes in the book,” he says.
“So it has a lot of similar executive skills, but they’re more age appropriate. I’ve listened to a lot of podcasts and a lot of so-called experts,andtheytalkaboutqualitytimeandI don’t know if there’s any kid who would grow up and say ‘oh I have really good quality time with my parents’.
“They’re not interested in quality, they’re interested in quantity. They don’t care what you’re doing, whether it’s fishing or whether you’re sitting down with them watching TV, or whether you’re just eating dinner, it doesn’t matter. They want to spend time with you.”
Putting away the iPad and turning off the TV for a small amount of time each night can make an enormous impact in bringing families closer together, Andy says.
Theaimofbothbooksistobuild‘life skills’ that kids need to thrive, through fun programs that give parents the tools they need to connect with their children. The emphasis is firmly on ‘fun’.
“As soon as you make it serious, the kids just go ‘I don’t want to do it’,” Andy says.
“Ifyou’replayingagameordoinganactivity they’ll want to do it more. I don’t know about you, but I’m not looking around my life now asking ‘where can I do some boring stuff? I’m really after some unengaging, boring stuff’. I want to do stuff that I enjoy, fun stuff.”
Four years ago Andy was a primary school teacher, but an opportunity came up that was perfect for him. That’s when he became Mental Health & Wellbeing Leader at OGPS.
“It was a pilot program in Victoria and because of the high incidence on the Bellarine Peninsula of mental health concerns in our adolescents,” he says.
“The pilot program was brought to another 20-odd schools around our region and it was to try and help those kids develop resilience in primary school before they get to high school
to get them more equipped to deal with these issues that they’re facing.
“Then I applied for the job. I was in the classroom. And because I had such a passion for well-being and social, emotional learning, I was like ‘I’m blessed, this job is made for me’.”
“I love my job. It ties into this job, ties into all the other things I do outside of schoolmy writing and speaking conferences and workshops.”
Even though Andy’s three kids are grown up, he says putting in the work early on will pay dividends later on when they are teens.
“We’ll ask them if they want to go camping and they’re like ‘yeah, let’s go’ and because we went camping when they were younger, they still wanted to do that,” he says.
Andy probably inherited his love for teaching and coaching from his father, who teaches hypnosis.
“He’s a bit of a guru in his field,” he says. “He also teaches psychotherapy and coaches people and sets up courses and stuff I’ve done. I ended up getting a couple of diplomas and one diploma in coaching for solutions.
“Sothatreallyhelpsmeinmyroleinschool.
Outside of school I’m seeing clients, kids and adolescents, giving them coaching sessions as well to help them.”
Andy is currently writing a third book called Quality Relationships Matter in conjunction with John Henry OAM.
“It’s about relationship-based education,” he says.
“There’s five pillars to relationship-based education - trust, forgiveness, integrity, hope and compassion. And those five skills, John says, gives people the tools to create quality relationships.
“Like adults, kids will make mistakes. But if you punish them, there’s no learning. So we want to be able to educate kids so when they make a mistake, they’re going to learn from it. So how do you fix that up when you’ve made a mistake? What do you do to fix up that thing in a relationship where you’ve done so well? How do you get that trust back? How do we show the compassion for that error that we’ve made? I’m hoping this will be a very helpful book.”
Despite telling himself after his first book that he would never write another, Andy has plans for more.
“I do have another few books in the pipeline,” he says. “Someone said something about writing a book Connecting With Your Family or Connecting With Your Grandchildren and the other one I’d like to write is Connecting With Your Students.”
See andymcneilly.com.au to learn more about Andy’s publications, workshops, coaching, webinars and more.
Above: Andy McNeilly is the author of Connecting With Your Kids and Connecting With Your Teens. Left: Andy with his wife Sandi and three children Daisy, Finn, and Monty.
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Popular medical clinics renamed
Victoria’s Priority Primary Care Clinics have undergone a branding change.
The popular clinics, which have seen an average of 7000 patients a week since their progressive rollout across the state in 2022, will now be known as Urgent Care Clinics.
Premier Jacinta Allen and Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas announced the name change late last week, which now aligns them with national Medicare clinics of the
same name.
Ms Allen said the change was intended to make it easier for people to “know how and where to get the right kind of care”.
The Geelong Urgent Care Clinic, located in the Eastbrooke Health Hub on Roslyn Road in Belmont, is one of nine such clinics in country Victoria.
Since opening in January 2023 the Belmont clinic has treated more than 18,000 patients,
Artists create for school
The Bellarine and Surf Coast arts community has come together to support a Barwon Heads school.
Barwon Heads Primary School’s 2024 Art Show features a selection of donated works from a range of artists from Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Point Lonsdale and Torquay.
Themed around the beauty, power and serenity of the ocean and nature, the artworks are being auctioned to raise money for the school.
The online auction is already live on GalaBid, with the public able to view and bid on items until Friday, September 13.
Exhibition organiser Fran Derham said the donated works celebrated the culture and lifestyle of Barwon Heads.
“We’re so lucky to have such talented, generous artists in our community who are willing to donate their work and support the school,” Ms Derham said.
“It’s a great opportunity to add to your art collection and celebrate our local artists while making a meaningful impact in our school community.”
BHPS principal Rob Bennetts said all proceeds from the event would go towards strengthening the school’s art programs.
“We’re thrilled to bring together such a talented group of local artists and art enthusiasts to support our school,” Mr Bennetts said.
The entire exhibition can be viewed online at app.galabid.com/bhpsartshow/items or at Barwon Heads Primary School gym on September 12 and 13 from 3pm to 4.30pm.
Contact Fran Derham at fran.derham@ icloud.com or on 0402257323 for more information about the artworks and exhibition.
diverting those who need treatment for urgent but not life threatening injuries or illnesses from emergency departments.
Member for Geelong Christine Couzens encouraged people to consider visiting the Belmont clinic as an option before heading straight to emergency.
“The Urgent Care Clinic in Belmont is a great alternative for people in Geelong, requiring non-life threatening treatment, who
are unable to get an urgent appointment with their GP,” Ms Couzens said.
“This clinic relieves the workload on our busy University Hospital Emergency Department.”
The Geelong Urgent Care Clinic is open from 7.30am to 9.30pm, seven days a week. Visit gelongppcc.com.au to find out what illnesses, injuries and symptoms the Urgent Care Clinic can provide treatment for.
Are your kids living in a world revolving around their passions? That’s a good thing.
It’s why the VCE’s new Vocational Major creates worlds where passions can be explored.
From agriculture to construction, health to clean energy. Whatever world our kids are into, there’s a VCE program to help develop the skills they’ll need to land a job in Australia’s most in-demand industries.
Business help available
By Jena Carr
Women from Greater Geelong and the Bellarine will be able to learn how to set up, establish and build sustainable businesses thanks to a scholarship program.
Five women starting a new business and five looking to grow an existing business were awarded Business Accelerator scholarships with Business in Heels, sponsored by the City of Greater Geelong.
DarlingPeaGardenCare’sMarieWalkersaid “it was very surreal” to receive the scholarship and that she looked forward to enhancing her business knowledge.
“Starting out a small business is quite daunting, and you’ve often got all your eggs in one basket,” she said.
“I have the skillset where I can communicate with people and do a range of tasks, but the scholarship will help me safely have a business.
“There’salotofstuffyoudon’tseewhenyou’re starting a small business and it’s important to understand what marketing really means and then how to action it.”
The scholarship recipients included wedding photographer Hannah Lawicki (née Millerick), clinical nutritionist Quill Howard, wellness consultant Octavia Chabrier, and Waste Free Events’ Jess Hobbs.
Complete K9 Training’s Elly Mirkovic, Digi Media Hive’s Laura Heywood, Pink Ocean Virtual Solutions’ Mariana Gaona Lopez, Sensitive Support Services’ Sam Searle, and
Enjoy the Moment Pop Up Picnics’ Maria Prusac were also awarded the scholarship. Business in Heels chief executive Lisa Sweeney said the scholarship winners would participate in a 12-month course to help refine a target market, promotion or pricing model to become more profitable.
“We will support these women by arming them with critical business knowledge to build a profitable business with staying power,” she said. “The comprehensive Business Accelerator program includes lessons, workshops and mentoringdesignedtosetthesebusinesswomen up for success.”
City of Greater Geelong Mayor Trent Sullivan with Elly Mirkovic, Marie Walker, Octavia Chabrier, Laura Heywood, Business in Heels’ Lisa Sweeney, Jess Hobbs, Mariana Gaona Lopez, Hannah Lawicki (née Millerick) and Business in Heels’ Emma Carter. (Supplied)
School bonus to help with costs
Bellarine families will be able to purchase textbooks through the state government’s School Saving Bonus, thanks to an extra $400.
The one-off bonus will be available to all students at government schools and eligible non-government school students in November.
Member for Bellarine Alison Marchant said the program had already helped cover the costs of uniforms, camps, excursions and extracurricular activities for families.
“Our $400 School Saving Bonus will help ease the pressure on household budgets –giving parents across the Bellarine one less thing to worry about,” she said.
The School Saving Bonus was announced as part of a $287 million package in the 2024/25 state budget to help up to 700,000 students, including 44,000 non-government students.
Premier Jacinta Allan said families of government school children would not need to apply for the bonus as it would be automatically provided.
“We’re giving busy families one less thing to worry about with $400 for school costs like uniforms, excursions and textbooks,” she said.
Families will receive a code granting access to the bonus in Term 4, allowing them to choose how much funds to allocate to a uniform and textbook voucher.
Funds allocated to school activities will be managed through the school, and families can also use the voucher to buy second-hand uniforms and textbooks from schools.
Non-government school families eligible for the means-tested Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund, including healthcare and concession card holders, will also be eligible for the School Saving Bonus.
The $400 will be provided directly to the family’s non-government school, managed in consultation with the student’s family, and in line with the program’s intent.
Visit vic.gov.au/school-saving-bonus for more information on the $400 School Saving Bonus.
Imaginations set to run wild
Geelong Arts Centre’s (GAC) Wonder Children’s Festival returns for the second time this month, with an adaptation of an iconic Australianchildren’sbookasthecurtainraiser.
Jolyon James’ Imagine Live will launch Geelong’s premier children’s festival, bringing Alison Lester’s best selling book to life in three 60-minute interactive musical performances for the whole family from September 12 to 14. Lester’sImagine,firstpublishedin1989,takes children and their parents on an exploration of a variety of natural environments and the creatures that live there.
Having gone through two years of development, the live production features seven classical works by composer Nate Gilkes intended to capture the essence of the natural world as portrayed in the book.
Lester said she was “very excited” about seeing the show when it premiered in Geelong on the opening night of Wonder Children’s Festival.
“Jolyongotintouchwithmeacoupleofyears ago and he and the team came here to Nar Nar Goon North to spend a day just talking about what they had in mind and what I would like,” she said.
“I thought it was really lovely that they consultedme, but the show is very much theirs.
“I think Jolyon loved the book as a kid and maybe his children loved it too, and that’s how
Recycle right in your yellow bin.
UPDATE YOUR RECYCLING KNOWLEDGE
We’re encouraging residents to take a few minutes to refresh their recycling knowledge with a new recycling campaign funded by Sustainability Victoria.
Contamination in recycling costs our Council hundreds of thousands of dollars a year to remove, and the new Recycle Right campaign aims to help clear up common points of confusion.
Placing materials in yellow recycling bins inside plastic bags is the most common error made by local residents, while items like electronic waste and batteries in kerbside bins have caused several truck fires in Greater Geelong and the Surf Coast Shire this year.
The most common recycling mistakes in Greater Geelong and their solutions are:
Bagged recycling in paper or plastic bags Always keep recycling loose.
Soft plastics and plastic bags: Put these in your red rubbish bin.
Tissues and paper towels: Put these in your red rubbish bin.
Batteries and electronics: Drop batteries at supermarkets or Resource Recovery Centres.
To learn more and to request a free Which Bin? magnet, scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/RecycleRight2
it came about. He said he really loved the way the book left so much up to the child… it’s really a vehicle for the child to go off in their imagination.”
The festival also presents performances from Lemony S Puppet Theatre, The Teeny Tiny Stevies, a stage adaptation of children’s tale The Gruffalo and acrobatic spectacular I Wish. Wonder Children’s Festival runs from September 12 to 26. Visit geelongartscentre. org.au/whats-on/wonder-childrens-festival for tickets and more information.
Matt Hewson
NEWS
2024-25 rates notices are on their way
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Posted notices have been issued but may take some time to arrive. If your rates notice has not arrived by 13 September 2024, please contact us.
If you’re paying by instalments, the first instalment is due by 30 September 2024. If you’re making one payment in full, it is due by 15 February 2025 (extended to 17 February 2025 due to the weekend).
For more information, scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/rates2
MEETINGS
Geelong Major Events Committee meeting
The next Geelong Major Events Committee meeting will be held at Wurriki Nyal, 137-149 Mercer St, Geelong, on Monday 16 September at 5.30pm. When confidential items are being considered, the meeting will be closed to the public. Questions from the public to be considered by the Committee must be provided in writing by 12.00pm, Thursday 12 September and be emailed to gme@ geelongcity.vic.gov.au including your name, address and contact phone number.
Meeting records will be available at geelong.link/GME2 or by scanning the QR code.
GEELONG COUNCIL ELECTION OCTOBER 2024
KEY DATES
Monday 9 September: Candidate nominations open Tuesday 17 September: Candidate nominations close Friday 25 October: Post your vote by 6.00pm
For more information, scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/Election2
Beloved children’s author Alison Lester. (Supplied)
The cast and crew of Imagine Live. (Peter Foster)
Dressing up at Belmont High
By Jena Carr
Belmont High School students and teachers have donned capes and costumes this week to raise awareness and money for muscular dystrophy.
Students dressed up as someone they looked up to on Tuesday, September 3, for Muscular Dystrophy Australia’s (MDA) Super September Campaign.
School administration member Kelly Christie said the event was organised by the school’s Silver House leader Kyle for Ms Christie’s son and Year 7 student Ryan, who lives with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
“I’m very grateful to Kyle and the school for pulling this off. It really is heartwarming to me that there’s so much support out there for my child,” she said.
“It’s very important because, considering that Duchenne muscular dystrophy is quite a rare condition, and at the same time, a lot of boys are being diagnosed with it.
“It’s great to get the word out about what it is, to support where we can, and to raise awareness and much needed funds for a cure because there isn’t a cure. It is a fatal condition that is life changing.”
Racing car driver and MDA ambassador Zac Soutar also visited the school on the day with his racing car to interact with students and sign autographs.
“Ilearnthowimportantitisforchildrenwith a muscle disability to have peer connections and social inclusion during their school years,” he said. “I hope Geelong can get behind this important initiative and support local Geelong children living with a muscle disability to enrol onto camps and programs.”
The Super September Campaign is a month-long MDA initiative inviting schools, businesses and individuals to help raise funds for students with a muscular disability.
Visit superseptember24.raiselysite.com and search for Belmont High under ‘Teams’ to support the school’s fundraising efforts.
Belmont High School administration member Kelly Christie and school captains Banjo PartosSlattery, Lily Clifton and Harriett Fox with MDA ambassador Zac Soutar. (Pictures: Jena Carr) 427031
‘Special’ debut for a big band
By Matt Hewson
Get ready to have your Lindy well and truly hoppedwhentheregion’snewestjazzorchestra debuts at Blackman’s Brewery this month.
Newly formed community ensemble Surf Coast Big Band will perform two in the popular Torquay venue’s beer garden, kicking off at 2pm on Sunday, September 15.
The 18-piece band boasts full saxophone, brass and rhythm sections and will feature well-known local performer Mark Huglin on vocals, performing classic big band repertoire from the 30s and 40s as well as jazzed up versions of more contemporary songs.
The band was formed at the beginning of this year by music director and trombonist OierSalegui,whoisoriginallyfromtheBasque region in the north-east of Spain.
A lifelong musician, Salegui said when he and his wife moved to the Surf Coast in 2017 with their one-year-old daughter he had stopped playing to focus on his family.
With his children now a little older, he felt it was time to get the trombone out of its case once more.
“Last year I joined the Bellarine Big Band,
and they had a good relationship with the Lara Big Band, sharing, helping each other,” he said.
“That inspired me, it made me think if these guys were able to set up big bands in Portarlington and Lara, well, we should be able to do something similar on the Surf Coast.”
To that end, Salegui put out the feelers on social media.
According to band secretary Chas McPhail the response from people of all ages and experience levels was overwhelming.
“We had about 12 bass players put their hands up, quite a few drummers; it didn’t take us too long to get a full big band together,” McPhail said.
“We’re a community focused thing, so we just encourage all players to come along, give it a try and see if they like it, and we can work from there. It’s fun, it’s really good fun.”
Salegui said everyone in the band was excited to show the community, and especially their loved ones, what they had achieved with hard work throughout the year.
“I honestly can’t believe it’s happening; we are all super excited and looking forward to playing this first one, it’s going to be special for us,” he said.
Ukulele Queen brings it home
Renowned singer/songwriter Sarah Carroll will round out the tour of her new album NQR&B on home turf, showcasing her latest collection of songs at the Barwon Club on Sunday, September 22.
She will be joined by her band The Big Fuss, which includes guitar luminaries Shannon Bourne and Leigh Ivin and her sons Fenn (drums) and George (bass), with special guest Jack Meredith on harmonica.
Affectionately known as the Ukulele Queen of the Bellarine, the moniker may be a little misleading. On the album Carroll performs lead vocals, guitars, electric and upright basses, as well as glockenspiel and various other percussion instruments.
The album also features the world class Tim Neal on keys and clarinet and local musician and sound engineer Jasper Jolley on bass, keyboards and pedal steel.
Carroll said the album was a paean of “compassion for oneself, hope and honest reflection”.
“They’re the main themes that tie the songs together; they deal with lots of different subjects but really are mainly about life and learning from the last 10 years or so,” she said.
“(First track Done To) is really a response to the feeling (through COVID) of being
confined and held, and the benefits of that, which I thought were plentiful, actually,” she said.
“My kids came home for a good part of that time.AndIsawsocietychanging,sortofgoing backwards, but in a good way, to a really small community kind of way of operating, which I thought was really beautiful.
“I loved the way that so many people showed care and compassion for each other, really extended themselves as far as they were able to look after each other during that time.”
The presence of Carroll’s late husband Chris WilsonispalpablethroughoutNQR&B,butthe mood is celebratory rather than melancholy.
She said bringing those songs to life with her sons and some of her closest friends was “wonderful and very comforting”.
“Shannon and Leigh were both very close to Chris, and so the songs that deal with grief and talk about him were particularly precious to me and close to my heart,” Carroll said.
“Having that core (band) be people who I knew would understand and would really put everything they had into those tunes was just an absolute blessing and I couldn’t have really done it any other way.”
Matt Hewson
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We’ve delivered Australia’s first ever dedicated funding for miscarriage, including millions for better bereavement support, education and data.
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Surf Coast Big Band’s Chas McPhail, Mark Huglin, Heather Anderson and Oier Salegui. (Ivan Kemp) 429590_08
CELEBRATING SENIORS
Don’t miss this opportunity at Bellarine Lakes
The final stage of Bellarine Lakes Country Club, the only retirement village on the Bellarine or Geelong with a private golf course, is now selling.
We encourage you to find out what all the fuss is about before these brand new homes are sold. Particularly at these never to be repeated prices and Stamp Duty Savings of up to $70,000 – when will there be a better time?
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to purchase one of the last remaining newly built villas.
The popular three bedroom – plus study 21 square Eden Beach and the spacious two bedroom open plan Belford Waters design have been highly sought after in our last stages of development. Visit our displays today to see these quality built homes and the retirement living options you deserve.
The Eden Beach design offers three bedrooms,twobathrooms,astudy,openplan living, extensive outdoor entertaining and a double garage. A stylish kitchen featuring stone bench tops, loads of storage and quality appliances. The home has all the features you could possibly desire and the comfort of low maintenance living with resort style facilities in your own backyard.
The enviable resort style living facility includes; a private golf course, a four-rink bowlinggreen,tenniscourt,hobbyworkshop, gymnasium, indoor heated swimming pool and outdoor lap pool, alfresco dining and a beautifully appointed community clubhouse which houses a cinema, billiard room, craft room, medical room, library, fully equipped catering kitchen, club bar and even indoor carpet bowls.
In addition to scheduled monthly events there are around 30 activity groups offering a
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Treated with care and respect
No other service compares to the care and respect that Just Better Care’s staff provide to its clients.
Lyn Mulligan said she looked forward to seeing her carers each week and had built some lovely trusting relationships with the in-home aged care and disability support service’s “beautiful people”.
“We share stories, have a laugh and everyone I have met truly cares,” she said.
“They allow me to keep my independence, they are patient and just so helpful and caring. It means a lot to me, and I have confidence in them.
“Having the support of Just Better Care means security, and it means that I can stay in my own home.”
Lyn recently moved into a retirement village and states that she was “so happy” to be able to take her regular carers along with her to her new home.
“I wouldn’t have anyone else, I choose Just Better Care as I have grown to respect them and the wonderful care that they provide,” she said.
To start your Just Better Care journey, call 03 5222 1518, email mailge@justbettercare. com or visit the caring team at their office at Level 1 114a Mt Pleasant Road in Belmont. Visit justbettercare.com/Geelong for more information.
as spaces are limited. Contact Bellarine Lakes Country Club or visit 402 Bellarine Bellarine Highway, Moolap.
Our friendly Lifestyle Consultant Lisa Duke welcomes any queries you may have.
Inspections are always welcome. Contact Lisa direct to arrange a private tour on 0447
CELEBRATING SENIORS
Affordable dentures fitted with a smile
Gain a smile worthy of showing off thanks to the team at Affordable Denture Clinic, now in East Geelong.
Established 10 years ago, the clinic can provide you with a mouth full of solutions including dentures, partial dentures, custom mouth guards and denture implants.
Owner and dental prosthetist Jason Demko has more than 30 years’ experience in the dental field and has just opened the doors to the clinic’s brand new location at 306 Myers Street, East Geelong.
Mr Demko and his team are able to discuss a variety of options to help you achieve your
Affordable Denture Clinic is the only denture clinic in the greater Geelong area authorised to provide and manufacture Valplast, the only dentures with an unbreakable lifetime guarantee.
Metal free and with invisible clasps, they’re a great resolution to your denture needs.
Striving to find the best denture solution, Mr Demko and his team ensure the utmost care and quality of service to their patients.
“Weareafamilyownedbusinesscommitted to providing highly personalised services to each individual,” he said.
best smile yet.
Ensuring he keeps up-to-date with the latest dental prosthetist technologies, Mr Demko focuses on utilising a variety of systems to integrate new practises into his denture work at the clinic.
Aspartofitscareandqualityfocusedservice,
The clinic’s new location, Mr Demko said, is a reflection of hard work and commitment to provide an environment to give his clients the very best in dental prosthetics. He said it wouldn’t have been possible without ongoingsupportfromthecommunity and clients.
Committed to providing a highly personalised service, the team at Affordable Denture Clinic can help you smile again.
Appointments can be made online at www.afordabledentureclinic.com.au
Jason Demko with patient Eddie Fraser.
Inset: Inside the clinic.
(Pictures: Ivan Kemp)
The Guide
PICK OF THE WEEK
ABC TV, Friday, 8.35pm
Glinting with dry wit, the colour and culture of Amsterdam and a hypnotic turn by Marc Warren (pictured) as the wide-eyed detective, this darkly engrossing crime thriller returns with its fourth season of three movielength episodes. Following the titular, vintage boat-dwelling lawman as he almost single-handedly disrupts the Dutch capital’s criminal underworld, tonight’s compelling instalment goes down a winding path, with perhaps the only assurance being the detective’s trademark black get-up. Street-smart Piet has his work cut out for him when the prime suspect in a murder investigation turns out to be a famous missing singer.
Celebrities are pros at presenting themselves in a certain light, but all bets are off in this pedal to the metal competition. Back with a fresh itinerary and 11 celebrities paired with their loved ones (watch out for comedian Luke McGregor with his mum Julie and singer Natalie Bassingthwaighte with her sister Melinda), this dash around the globe to win $100,000 for their chosen charity is an unpredictable clash of personalities. The only element we can count on is affable host Beau Ryan’s bemused smile and reality TV regulars Eden Dally and Cyrell Paule’s unfiltered remarks as jet lag rears its ugly head.
SISTER BONIFACE MYSTERIES
ABC TV, Saturday, 7.30pm
Ripe with double entendres, rich ’60s costuming and a sense of mirth, sometimes it’s easy to forget that we are dealing with murders… no matter how cleverly fictitious they may be.
Lorna Watson (pictured) is fabulously straight-faced as the plucky nun who has a divine skill for solving her town’s murders, with a little luck and a lot of nous. Tonight, the wonderful period garb makes way for an entirely different style of over-the-top outfits when a drama society becomes Sister Boniface’s focus. There’s only a little clowning around to be had after the star of the Great Slaughter Amateur Dramatic Society’s production is killed by the leading lady during rehearsals.
Friday, September 6
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (R) 10.30
That Pacific Sports Show. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
1.00 Van Der Valk. (Mav, R) 2.30 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)
3.15 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
3.55 Love Your Garden. (R)
RETURN TO PARADISE
ABC TV, Sunday, 7.30pm
We’ve got some of world’s most beautiful beaches, but it’s still a thrilling surprise that the BritishFrench crime comedy Deathin Paradisehas set sail with this Aussie spin-off. After 13 seasons, the delightful whodunit following a fishout-of-water detective begrudgingly taking up a new post in a sunny Caribbean town has a sparkling new cast and setting for this six-parter. Set in the fictional Dolphin Cove (the picturesque NSW Illawarra), it’s a starring role for Homeand Away’s Anna Samson (pictured) as intriguingly awkward London detective Mackenzie Clarke, who is forced home after being framed.
SEVEN (6, 7)
4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 WorldWatch. 9.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Argentina v Chile. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Such Was Life. (PG, R) 2.10 World’s Greatest Hotels. (R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 18. Highlights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: You May Now Kill The Bride. (2016, Mav, R) Tammin Sursok. 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.35 Gardening Australia. Tammy Huynh meets a foliage fashionista.
8.35 Van Der Valk. (Mv) Part 2 of 3. A suspect in a murder case appears to be a famous missing, presumed dead, singer.
10.05 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R) Hosted by Shaun Micallef.
10.45 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)
11.30 ABC Late News.
11.45 Grand Designs. (R)
12.35 We Hunt Together. (Final, Malv, R)
1.20 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
FAMILY (22)
Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Strange Chores. 8.00 Good Game Spawn Point. 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Doctor Who. 10.45 Merlin. 11.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 11.55 Speechless. 12.15am Good Game Spawn Point. 12.55 Rage. 1.55 The Legend Of Korra. 2.40 Hanazuki: Full Of Treasures. 2.50 The Next Step. 3.10 Miraculous. 3.40 Odd Squad. 3.55 Close. 4.00 Moon And Me. 4.20 Pip And Posy. 4.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Landmark Fixers. (Final) 8.30 Ancient Superstructures: Notre-Dame De Paris – Built To Survive. (Final) Explores the Notre-Dame de Paris.
9.30 Lost Treasures Of Ancient Rome: Colosseum. (R) 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Agent Hamilton. (MA15+v) 12.35 My Brilliant Friend. (Mls, R) 3.30 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. A lead-up to the Friday night AFL match. 7.20 Football. AFL. Second elimination final. Western Bulldogs v Hawthorn. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.
11.15 Armchair Experts. (M)
A panel discusses all things AFL.
12.00 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
12.30 Taken. (Mav, R) A man tries to avenge his sister’s death.
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
Wellness. 2.00 Discover. 2.30 Sydney Weekender. 3.00 Animal SOS Australia. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.00 I Escaped To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 I Escaped To The Country. 11.30 Secrets Of Beautiful Gardens. 12.30am Animal SOS Australia. 1.00 My Greek Odyssey. 2.00 Late Programs.
NINE (8, 9)
6.00 Paralympics Paris 2024. Day 8: Early morning. 6.30 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Bondi Vet. (PGm, R) 1.00 Paralympics Paris 2024: Encore. 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)
TippingPointAustralia.(PG, R) 5.30 WIN News.
6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Paralympics Paris 2024. Day 9: Night. Events may include: para canoe; para swimming, men’s 100m freestyle; para athletics, men’s discus throw, 100m final, men’s 800m, 4x100m universal relay.
10.30 Paralympics Paris 2024. Day 9: Late night. Events may include: wheelchair tennis, men’s doubles bronze and gold medal matches; wheelchair basketball; para equestrian.
12.00 Paralympics Paris 2024. Day 9: Post midnight. Events may include: wheelchair tennis; para powerlifting; para swimming finals, para athletics.
TEN (5, 10)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Sort Your Life Out. (PGa) Hosted by Stacey Solomon. 8.45 The Dog Academy. (PGa) Expert trainers come to the aid of misbehaving dogs, including a bad case of sibling rivalry. 9.45 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGal, R) Follows dog trainer Graeme Hall. 10.45 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.10 The Project. (R) 12.10 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
10 PEACH (52, 11)
Globetrotters:
Comedian Luke McGregor with his mum Julie.
Saturday, September 7
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Unforgotten. (Malv, R) 1.15
Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PG, R) 2.05 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R) 2.40 Becoming Frida Kahlo. (PGan, R) 3.55 David Attenborough’s Micro Monsters. (R) 4.45 The Assembly. (PG, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)
6.00 Australian Story: This Is How It Goes – Missy Higgins. (R) Presented by Leigh Sales.
6.30 Back Roads: Kurri Kurri, NSW. (PG, R) Lisa Millar travels to Kurri Kurri.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (Mv) Sister Boniface uncovers a case of life imitating art when a local amateur dramatics performer dies on stage.
8.20 Vera. (Mav, R) Almost a decade after a killer was convicted, locals are shocked to learn new evidence has surfaced.
9.50 Fifteen-Love. (Final, Malv, R) Renee steps out onto centre court for the quarter finals of The Championships.
10.50 The Beast Must Die. (Final, Mals, R) Frances deals with the fallout of her actions.
11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.05 Great Irish Interiors. (R) 10.35 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Brazil v Ecuador. 12.45 Destination Flavour. (R) 12.55 Such Was Life. (R) 1.05 WorldWatch. 3.05 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (R) 4.00 Wonders Of Scotland. (PGa, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 19. Highlights. 5.30 Frontlines. (PGavw)
6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Cumbria: The Lakes & The Coast. Part 2 of 5. 8.25 Secrets Of A Royal Estate: Clarence House. (PGs) Takes a look at Clarence House, London, the hidden gem of British royal family’s residences.
9.20 The World’s Most Beautiful Landscapes: Snowdonia. (R) A visual journey through the landscape of the Snowdonia, from the Llyn Peninsula to Mount Snowdon itself. 10.15 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. (Mal, R) Part 2 of 4. 11.10 Nordland 99. (Mal) 12.05 Rex In Rome. (PGv, R) 3.30 Billy Connolly: Made In Scotland. (Mal, R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Moir Stakes Day and City Tattersalls Club Cup Day. 2.30 AFL Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Football. AFL. First qualifying final. Sydney v GWS Giants.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. First elimination final. Brisbane Lions v Carlton. From the Gabba, Brisbane. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.00 The Voice. (PGl, R) It is the ninth and second last night of the blind auditions and new artists take to the stage.
12.35 Taken. (Mav, R) Bryan gets his first chance in the field. However, when the mission goes bust it results in a tragic death.
1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R) Dr Harry Cooper and Dr Katrina Warren present information about animals and pet care.
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 Drop Dead Weird. (R) Three siblings move to Ireland.
5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) A look at locations that highlight living well.
NINE (8, 9)
6.00 GolfBarons. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Country House Hunters Australia. (R) 12.30 The Block. (PGl, R) 3.00 Paralympics Paris 2024: Encore. 5.00 Paralympics Paris 2024. Day 10: Afternoon. Events may include: para swimming, 200m individual medley; para athletics finals; para cycling road.
6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 Paralympics Paris 2024.
Day 10: Night. Events may include: para swimming, men’s 200m freestyle, mixed 4x100m freestyle; para athletics, men’s 100m; para cycling road.
10.30 Paralympics Paris 2024.
Day 10: Late night. Events may include: para cycling road; wheelchair tennis; wheelchair basketball; para equestrian.
12.00 Paralympics Paris 2024.
Day 10: Post midnight. Events may include: para cycling road; wheelchair tennis; para swimming finals; para athletics finals; wheelchair basketball, men’s gold medal match.
TEN (5, 10)
6.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R) A new couple are ready to make a commitment.
7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (R) A group of performers walks through a door into a scene without any idea of what waits for them on the other side.
8.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Follows the staff as they try to find the right fit for a pair of lovebirds who hope to give a home to a nervous rottweiler and a pooch whose energy might be too much for its potential owner’s mum. 9.30 Ambulance UK. (Mal, R) It is a holiday weekend and the ambulance service receives a spike in the number of mental health-related calls.
12.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00
6am Morning Programs. 2pm MOVIE: Bush Christmas. (1983, PG) 3.40 Kutcha’s Carpool Koorioke. 3.50 Volcanic Odysseys. 4.40 Jarjums. 4.50 NITV News: Nula. 5.20 Unsettled. 5.50 Kairakau. 6.20 News. 6.30 First People’s Kitchen. 7.00 The Other Side. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: One Day In The Life Of Piugattuk. (2019) 10.30 Dizzy Gillespie In Studio 104. 11.10 Late Programs. NITV (34)
6am The Movie Show. 6.20 Charade. (1963, PG) 8.25 The Ipcress File. (1965, PG) 10.25 On The Basis Of Sex. (2018, M) 12.40pm La La Land. (2016, M) 3.00 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (1952) 4.50 Dan In Real Life. (2007, PG) 6.40 Clue. (1985, PG) 8.30 There Will Be Blood. (2007) 11.25 Room In Rome. (2010, MA15+) 1.25am Late Programs.
Sunday, September 8
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PGa, R) 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.25 Darby And Joan. (PG, R) 3.10 Nigella At My Table. (R) 3.40 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 4.30 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. (R) 11.30 Great Irish Interiors. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 12.55 Ascot Kayaking. (PG, R) 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Australian Superbike Championship. Round 5. 4.00 Etched In Gold. (Premiere) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 20. Highlights. 5.30 Frontlines. (PGavw)
6.30 Compass: Yoga. Explores how yoga has shifted over time.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Return To Paradise. (Premiere, Mv) An Australian expat detective returns home.
8.30 Unforgotten. (Return, Madl) Human remains are discovered in a newly renovated period property in west London.
9.20 The Queen And Us. (PG, R) Takes a look at the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II through Australian eyes.
10.20 Fisk. (PG, R) Helen deals with a nuisance claim.
10.50 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
12.25 Endeavour. (Mav, R)
1.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.00 Australia Remastered. (R) 4.00 Outback Ringer. (PG, R)
4.30 Art Works. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 The Ottoman Empire By Train. Part 2 of 5. 8.30 9/11: Four Flights. (PGa, R) The stories of those aboard American 11, United 175, American 77 and United 93 on 9/11. 10.05 America After 9/11. (Mav, R) Michael Kirk traces the legacy of 9/11. 12.10 Thatcher & Reagan. (PGav, R) 2.10 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R)
3.00 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R)
3.55 Hell On Earth: WWII. (Mav, R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.
7MATE (64, 73)
9GO! (82, 93)
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Week 2. Richmond v GWS Giants. 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Week 2. North Melbourne v Geelong. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Melbourne Weekender. (PG)
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 The Voice. (PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 8.35 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive special investigation.
9.35 The Latest: Seven News.
10.05 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Kimberley Killer. (Mav, R) Takes a look at a serial shooter in the Top End.
11.10 Autopsy USA: Walt Disney. (Ma) A look at the 1966 death of Walt Disney. 12.10 Lipstick Jungle. (Mds, R)
1.10 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 9News Sunday.
7.00 The Block. (PGl) Keith is back. Grant enjoys his birthday. Jesse and Paige are not happy.
8.30 Paralympics Paris 2024. Day 11: Night. Events may include: para canoe 200m final.
9.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.45 Paralympics Paris 2024. Day 11: Late night. Events may include: wheelchair basketball, women’s gold medal match.
12.00 Paralympics Paris 2024. Day 11: Post midnight.
4.00 Paralympics Paris 2024: Pre-Show. 4.30 Paralympics Paris 2024: Closing Ceremony.
6.00 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.00 Hunted. (Final) The winners are revealed. 8.15 FBI. (Mv) The team works to find a pregnant woman and the killer who took her hostage after a security guard is murdered. 9.15 The Real CSI: Miami: Death Of A Hurricane. (MA15+av) Detectives analyse the case of Marlin Barnes after he and his girlfriend were found murdered in his
Monday, September 9
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News
Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
1.00 Australia Remastered. (R)
2.00 Parliament Question Time.
3.00 Yakka: Australia At Work. (PG, R)
3.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
Australian Story. Presented by Leigh Sales.
8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program exposing scandals, firing debate and confronting taboos.
9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Paul Barry takes a look at the latest issues affecting media consumers. 9.35 Q+A. Presented by Patricia Karvelas.
ABC Late News.
The Business. (R)
(R)
Parliament Question
2.00 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.35 Catalyst. (R) 4.30 Outback Ringer. (PG, R) 5.00 Art Works. (Final, PG, R) 5.25 7.30. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Destination Flavour. (R) 10.15 Wonderland: Lewis Carol To JRR Tolkien. (PGa, R) 11.10 Auction. 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 Woven Threads Stories From Within. (PGa, R) 2.10 World’s Greatest Hotels. (R) 3.00 Railway Journeys UK. (PG, R)
3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Final stage. Highlights.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes: Matheson Green. (Final) Robson Green is joined by his uncle. 8.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Return, Mls) Game show, featuring contestants tackling a words and numbers quiz. Hosted by Jimmy Carr.
9.35 24 Hours In Emergency: Tales Of The Unexpected. (Mal, R)
A 45-year-old dislocates her ankle.
10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Suspect. (Mal)
11.30 House Of Promises. (Msv) 1.15 La Jauria. (MA15+dv, R) 3.10 Make Me A Dealer. (PG, R) 4.00 Grayson Perry: Divided Britain. (Ml, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.35 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG, R) 2.00 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGad)
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (Return, PGl) The competition kicks off on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula with a barbecue with a difference.
9.15 The Rookie. (Mv) Nolan and Bailey’s honeymoon is more of a nightmare than dream when it turns into an active crime scene. Bradford and Juarez partner up and must uncover the identity of a John Doe.
10.15 S.W.A.T. (Mav) The team participates in a joint taskforce.
11.15 The Latest: Seven News.
11.45 Lopez Vs. Lopez. (PGals) George coaches Chance’s T-ball team.
12.45 The Event. (Mav, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
NINE (8, 9)
6.00 Paralympics Paris 2024: Closing Ceremony Continued. 7.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 Paralympics Paris 2024: Encore. 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.00[MELB]TippingPointAustralia.(PG) 5.30 WIN News.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Block. (Mal) In a dramatic turn of events, one team leaves under extreme circumstances.
8.45 Paralympics Paris 2024: Closing Ceremony. (R) Coverage of the Closing Ceremony of the 17th Summer Paralympic Games from Stade de France. A celebration of the para athletes and their performances, it will feature the handover to Los Angeles.
11.45 La Brea. (Mav) Ty tries to figure out his next steps.
12.40 Transplant. (MA15+m)
1.35 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R)
5.00 Today Early News.
5.30 Today.
9GEM (81, 92)
TEN (5, 10)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (Return, PGals) Featuring champion swimmer Ian Thorpe and comedian Luke McGregor.
9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.
10.00 Ghosts. (PGah, R) Sam and Jay hold a Halloween party.
10.30 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.55 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. 1.45pm Anthem Sessions Interstitials. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 4.05 Cities Of Gold.
4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.35 News. 6.45 Volcanic Odysseys. 7.35 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.30 MOVIE: Moonlight. (2016, MA15+) 11.30 Late Programs.
5.20 Forged In Fire: Best Of. 6.05 Letters And Numbers. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Taskmaster. 10.20 The Weekly Football Wrap. (Premiere) 10.50 Late Programs. 6am Shopping. 6.30 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 7.30 ICU. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 Better Homes. 1pm This Rugged Coast. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 My Greek Odyssey. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 ICU. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Inspector Morse. 10.50 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 Skippy. 10.30 Tipping Point. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Building Icons. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Carlton-Browne Of The F.O. (1959) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Grantchester. 9.50 Coroner. (Final) 10.50 Late Programs.
7MATE (64, 73)
7TWO (62, 72) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.20pm Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 9.00 Back In Time For The Corner Shop. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.40 Merlin. 11.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 11.45 Speechless. 12.05am Our Brain. 1.00 BTN High. 1.05 Still So Awkward. 2.00 The Legend Of Korra. 2.25 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Tennis. US Open. Continued. 8.00 Children’s Programs. Noon Hart Of Dixie. 1.00 Family Law. 3.00 Bewitched. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Nanny. 7.00 Young Sheldon. 7.30 Footy Classified. 8.30 MOVIE: Inception. (2010, M) 11.30 Seinfeld. 12.30am Love Island UK. 1.30 Below Deck. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.00 Bakugan. 3.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Big Shrimpin’. 11.30 Border Security: Int. 12.30pm Border Security. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Truck Night In America. 4.30 Talking W. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 8.30 Gem Hunters Down Under. 9.30 Appalachian Outlaws. 10.30 Jade Fever. 11.30 Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93) 6am The Ipcress File. Continued. (1965, PG) 7.00 Weekend At Bernie’s. (1989, PG) 8.50 Jean De Florette. (1986, PG, French) 11.10 There Will Be Blood. (2007) 2.05pm The Kid. (1921, PG) 3.05 Clue. (1985, PG) 4.55 The Scarlet And The Black. (1983, PG) 7.35 The Last Emperor. (1987, M) 10.35 A Walk In The Woods. (2015, M) 12.30am Salvation Boulevard. (2011, M) 2.25 Late Programs.
Tuesday, September 10
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 The Pacific. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Newsreader. (Mdl, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Yakka: Australia At Work. (PGa, R) 3.55 Love Your Garden. (PGa, R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour. (R) 9.05 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.05 Wonderland: Lewis Carol To JRR Tolkien. (Ma, R) 11.00 Auction. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Such Was Life. (R) 2.20 World’s Greatest Hotels. (PGa, R) 3.10 Railway Vietnam. (PG, R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Tony Robinson: The Thames At Night. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.45 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.15 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Isles Of Scilly. Hosted by Michael Portillo.
8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi explores the impact of game-changing weight loss drugs.
9.30 Dateline: A New Sheriff In Town. An investigation into how far-right sheriffs are infiltrating US policing.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 The Point: Road Trip. (R) Hosted by John Paul Janke.
11.30 Babylon Berlin. (Mav)
1.20 Illegals. (Malv, R) 3.20 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 4.10 Bamay. (R)
4.40 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
Ringer. (Final, PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGad)
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) The competition continues in Adelaide with healthy Asian-inspired meals.
9.05 Made In Bondi. (Ml) Charlie organises a romantic country sojourn without revealing who else is invited.
10.10 First Dates UK. (Ma) Singles experience the thrills of dating.
11.10 The Latest: Seven News.
11.40 Extended Family. (Final, PGa) Julia and Trey go to pre-marital counselling.
12.10 Holey Moley Australia. (PGl, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam and Shelley Craft.
8.40 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Return, Ms) Andy Lee is joined by a panel of comedians and 100 Aussies to explore the fun behind the facts.
9.40 True Story With Hamish & Andy: Rachel. (PGs, R) Australians recount hilarious true stories.
10.40 9News Late.
11.10 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)
12.00 Transplant. (MA15+m)
12.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.40 Pointless. (PG, R) 2.35 It’s All Greek To Me. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
This Rugged Coast. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 ICU. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. 10.35 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 11.35 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Tipping Point. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Death In Paradise. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Spring In Park Lane. (1948) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 9.40
Bewitched. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Nanny. 7.00 Young Sheldon. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGals) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 9.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.
Wednesday, September 11
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News
Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 10.45 Q+A. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R)
2.00 Parliament Question Time.
3.00 Yakka: Australia At Work. (PG, R)
3.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG) Hosted by Shaun Micallef.
8.35 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG) Guy Montgomery and Aaron Chen put famous faces through their paces as they try to spell as best they can.
9.25 Planet America. Hosted by John Barron and Chas Licciardello.
10.00 Would I Lie To You? (R)
10.30 ABC Late News.
10.45 The Business. (R)
11.00 Interview With The Vampire. (MA15+v, R)
11.50 Fifteen-Love. (Final, Malv, R) 12.45 Grand Designs. (R) 1.35 Parliament Question Time. 2.35 Killing Eve. (MA15+av, R) 3.20 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 6.20 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Colombia v Argentina. 8.30 WorldWatch. 11.00 US Presidential Debate. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 Such Was Life. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (R) 4.10 Tony Robinson: The Thames At Night. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Secrets Of Our Universe With Tim Peake: Stars And Black Holes. Part 2 of 3.
8.30 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries: Dinosaur Valley. (R) Part 2 of 3. Dan Snow goes on the trail of America’s Great Dinosaur Rush during the Wild West.
9.25 Miniseries: The Sixth Commandment. (Mal) Part 2 of 4. Ben begins a relationship with Peter’s neighbour, Ann Moore-Martin. 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 El Immortal: Gangs Of Madrid. (Premiere, MA15+av) 1.05 Good People. (Mal, R) 3.55 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.35 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.05 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Brisbane’s modern Italians, Simone and Viviana, are ready to make their mark on the competition.
9.10 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
10.10 Talking Footy. A look at the week’s AFL news.
11.10 The Latest: Seven News.
11.40 Air Crash Investigations: Lost Star Footballer. (PGa) A look at the crash of Piper PA-46. 12.40 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. (Premiere, MA15+av)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
Weekender. 2.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 ICU. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat.
NINE (8, 9)
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Ms, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.00[MELB]TippingPointAustralia.(PG) 5.30 WIN News.
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam and Shelley Craft.
8.40 Human Error. (Premiere, Mlv) Follows a detective and her team as they investigate the gangland-style murder of a suburban mother.
9.40 Footy Classified. (Mal) Hosted by Eddie McGuire, Matthew Lloyd, Jimmy Bartel and Damian Barrett.
10.40 9News Late.
11.10 Ski Rescue Down Under. (PGa)
12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Pointless. (PG, R)
2.00 Hello SA. (PG, R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
TEN (5, 10)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 Thank God You’re Here. Hosted by Celia Pacquola. 8.40 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (PGal) The jokers become pedicurists, clear out a dentist waiting room and leap from new heights. 9.10 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.
10.10 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.35 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 11.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. 6am WorldWatch. 9.50 Soccer. 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifier. Paraguay v Brazil. Noon Cook Up Bitesize. 12.10 WorldWatch. 12.40 Cult Of Elon. 2.00 One Armed Chef. 2.55 The Weekly Football Wrap. 3.25 WorldWatch. 5.20 Forged In Fire: Best Of. 6.05 Letters And Numbers. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: The Iceman. (2012, MA15+) 10.25
NITV (34)
7MATE (64, 73) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 1.45pm Anthem Sessions Interstitials. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.05 Cities Of Gold. 4.35 Motown Magic. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Undiscovered Vistas. 7.30 Kickin’ Back With Gilbert McAdam. 8.00 MOVIE: The Final Quarter. (2019, PG) 9.25 MOVIE: Deep Blue Sea. (1999, M) 11.20 Late Programs.
The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Doctor Who. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Fresh Off The Boat. 11.05 Speechless. 11.25 Horrible Histories. 11.55 Operation Ouch! 12.10am Good Game Spawn Point. 12.45 Rage. 1.45 The Legend Of Korra. 2.30 Hanazuki: Full Of Treasures. 2.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Hart Of Dixie. 1.00 Ordinary Joe. 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Nanny. 7.00 Young Sheldon. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: I Am Legend. (2007, M) 10.30 Seinfeld. 11.30 Young Sheldon. Midnight Love Island UK. 1.00 Below Deck. 2.00 The Nanny. 3.00 Bakugan. 3.30 Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93) 6am The 400 Blows. Continued. (1959, PG, French) 6.30 On A Clear Day. (2005, PG) 8.20 Eat Wheaties! (2020, PG) 10.00 Salvation Boulevard. (2011, M) 11.50 A Walk In The Woods. (2015, M) 1.45pm The Mole Agent. (2020, Spanish) 3.25 Diana. (2013, PG) 5.30 Breaker Morant. (1980, PG) 7.30 White Tiger. (2012, M, Russian) 9.30 The Last Castle. (2001, M) 11.55 Late Programs.
Thursday, September 12
6am Morning Programs. Noon Pawn Stars. 1.00 Outback Truckers. 2.00 Big Rig Bounty Hunters. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.00 The Force: Behind The Line. 8.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 10.30 Police Custody USA. 11.30 Late Programs.
ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Compass. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Assembly. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Yakka: Australia At Work. (PG, R) 3.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.05 Wonderland: Lewis Carol To JRR Tolkien. (Ma, R) 11.00 Auction. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Such Was Life. (R) 2.10 History Of Britain. (Ma, R) 3.05 Railway Journeys UK. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Tony Robinson: The Thames At Night. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
Walks: Uluru-Kata Tjuta. (PG) Julia Zemiro heads to Uluru-Kata Tjuta. 8.25 Junior Doctors Down Under: Home Sick. (M) Dr Eoin is searching for answers when a 57-year-old woman presents with excruciating chest pain.
9.20 Rebus. (MA15+lv) Rebus’s boss arrives with shocking news.
10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Pray For Blood. (MA15+av) 12.20 Devils. (MA15+a, R)
2.20 Miniseries: The Dark Heart. (Mals, R) 3.10 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 4.05 Bamay. (R)
4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PGa, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.10 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
8.30 Abused By Mum: The Ruby Franke Scandal. (M) Charts the rise and fall of Ruby Franke, a popular “momfluencer” who amassed millions of followers for her parenting tips. However, behind the perfect facade was a nightmare, revealed when her son fled home.
10.00 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop: Michelle Buckingham. (Malsv, R) Ron Iddles revisits notable cases.
11.05 Air Crash Investigations: Peril Over Portugal. (PGa, R) A look at the crash of Martinair Flight 495.
12.05 Magnum P.I. (Mav)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
(5, 10)
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.00 Human Error. (Mlv, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG)
5.00[MELB]
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (PGd, R) Follows the activities of police units.
8.30 To Be Advised.
9.30 Casualty 24/7. (Mm, R) Doctors treat a two-year-old girl with dangerously low blood sugar levels.
10.30 9News Late.
11.00 The Equalizer. (Mv) Mel reunites with her brother Matthew. 11.50 Resident Alien. (Mav)
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.35 Pointless. (PG, R)
Global Shop. (R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
Grace. 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 As Time Goes By. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30
Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.
The Project. A look at the day’s news.
Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGas) Graeme Hall helps a British bulldog. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presenters Melanie Bracewell
CELEBRATING SENIORS
A lifestyle you’ll love, with care that feels like home
Ageing is living at Opal HealthCare’s Care Communities in Geelong.
Ideally located for you to enjoy everything you love about our beautiful city, Kardinia Parkside and Highton Gardens Care Communities offer residential aged care, but not as you know it.
We take the time to understand the big and the little details about how you like to live, so you can enjoy your day, your way. And you’re guaranteed a friendly welcome.
“Kardinia Parkside Care Community is a lovely place to call home,” says Janette, who recently moved to Geelong from country
Victoria.
“Everyone has been so nice to me, and so helpful.”
Our Care Communities offer a relaxing environment with the compassionate and personalised care of 24/7 registered nurses. Enjoy nutritious, tasty meals created by our inhouse chefs, take a walk in our beautiful gardens (or bring your green thumbs) and stay active with our state-of-the-art wellness centres that bring a holistic approach to wellbeing, rehabilitation and restorative care.
Our Care Communities are warm, family-oriented environments, designed to
create a sense of kinship, and we encourage and support residents to keep the connections they’ve built within the local community.
“I felt an immediate warmth and welcome when I first arrived at Highton Gardens Care Community,” says Frances.
“The sight of happy residents always puts a smile on my face. I’ve personalised my room with family pictures and personal items, making it truly my own. The fortnightly bus trips organised by the community are a highlight, and the team here is incredibly friendly, always going above and beyond to assist us.
“Irecentlyjoinedthecardgroup,andplaying cards twice a week has brought so much joy to my routine. All activities are well-presented and tailored to our needs. I cherish every day living here, and I would recommend Highton Gardens Care Community to anyone seeking care.”
Call us now to learn more and book a tour or visit opalhealthcare.com.au
Kardinia Parkside Care Community 03 5221
5733, 299-305 Latrobe Terrace, Geelong Highton Gardens Care Community 03 5223 0900, 209 South Valley Road, Highton
Our Care Communities are warm, family-oriented environments. (Pictures Supplied)
CELEBRATING SENIORS
Harwood Andrews takes the guesswork out of wills
Estate planning can be daunting. If you are not sure where to start, the following are some things to think about.
What can you give away in your will?
You can only give away assets you own personally. Assets that form part of your estate include real estate, bank accounts, investments and other assets in your sole name. Not all assets that you have an interest in form part of your estate, including:
• assets held jointly with another person;
• assets in a family trust; and • superannuation benefits (unless paid to your estate).
Appointing an executor
Your executor’s responsibilities include arranging your funeral, identifying assets and liabilities, obtaining a grant of probate, calling in assets, paying debts, finalising your tax affairs and distributing your estate in accordance with your will.
Youshouldchoosesomeonewhocantakeon these responsibilities, and who you trust to act in the best interest of the beneficiaries.
Making specific gifts
You can make specific gifts in your will, such as leaving a personal or sentimental item, cash gift, or a specific asset to a particular beneficiary.
How will your residuary estate be distributed? Your residuary estate is the assets that remain after your funeral, debts and taxeshavebeenpaid,andanyspecificgiftshave been made.
Your residuary estate can be distributed between family members, friends or charities in any proportions you choose.
Are there any protections for vulnerable
beneficiaries? If there is a beneficiary with a disability or other vulnerability, your will can providefortheestablishmentofatrustfortheir benefit and protection.
What about a challenge to your will?
The law allows certain eligible persons to challenge your will if they believe that you failed to provide for their proper maintenance and support.
There are strategies available to reduce the risk of a challenge, or the impact of a challenge.
How does superannuation fit into your estate planning?
Superannuation benefits can be paid directly to a dependant (generally being your spouse, a child or a person in an interdependency relationship with you), or alternatively to your estate. You can give the trustee of your superannuation fund directions about how to pay your superannuation benefits by making a binding death benefit nomination (BDBN). You can only nominate a dependant or your estate as a beneficiary.
A BDBN which nominates relatives such as a parent or sibling, or a friend, is invalid (unless that person is considered a ‘dependant’).
If you do not have a valid BDBN when you die, the trustee of your superannuation fund
will decide how your superannuation benefits are paid, which may not be consistent with your wishes and may lead to disputes between eligible beneficiaries.
Have your circumstances changed? If you already have a will, but your personal or financial circumstances have changed, you should review your will.
How we can help you
Harwood Andrews has an experienced Wills & Estates team who can assist you with your estate planning needs. Please contact us to discuss your estate planning on 03 5225 5225,
Harwood Andrews Wills & Estates team.
CELEBRATING SENIORS
Five ways to find and enjoy more time in retirement
Retirement comes with a number of adjustments and challenges.
For those downsizing to a community with low-maintenance homes like at Ingenia Lifestyle Lakeside Lara, one of the biggest considerations is what to do with all the extra leisure time when you’re no longer having to worry about costly and tiring home and garden maintenance.
Togiveyouinspiration,herearefivepopular waysIngeniaLifestyleresidentsmakethemost of their newfound leisure time:
1/ Cook and connect
Having friends round for a meal is one of the most satisfying ways to pass the time. For residents at Lakeside Lara, those friends are often like-minded neighbours within the welcoming community, making visits even easier. And having a beautiful,
light-filled home to host friends, as well as a well-appointed kitchen to cook up a storm, makes having more ‘thyme’ on your hands all the more enjoyable.
2/ Indulge your wanderlust
Jetting off to exotic locations or caravaning our wide brown plains is achievable when you live in a secure community where you can feel safe to ‘lock up and leave’ at any time. Plus, withIngeniaLifestyle’sfinancialmodel,you’ve got more financial freedom because there’s no stamp duty, no exit fees and no dreaded DMF on new homes.
3/ Become a local connoisseur
While travelling may tickle your fancy, you may also enjoy getting to know your surrounds a little better. Geelong is a beloved tourist destination for good reason - where
parks, walking tracks, beaches and scenery abound. Not to mention, of course, the vibrant restaurant scene, the tempting shopping areas, and golf courses. Lakeside Lara is nearby all these fabulous, exciting places to fill your social calendar, and it’s also within minutes of everyday essentials, like the supermarket, pharmacy, and cozy cafes.
4/ Get stretchy (or powerful)
If you’ve ever wanted to join a gym or yoga studio, now is your chance. But the best thing about living at Lakeside Lara is you don’t need to start any new membershipsbecause resort-style facilities are right on your doorstep. Whether it’s joining a weekly yoga class, hitting the gym or pool regularly, taking aswingonthegolfsimulator,orgoingforaroll on the green, you can spend your days doing what you love without leaving the community.
5/ Relax
Let’s not underestimate the power of taking a bigbreath,enjoyingsomepeaceandquiet,and sipping a cuppa on your beautiful alfresco. But relaxing means different things to different people. Maybe it’s honing your painting skills in the art studio, pottering in the community garden, or discussing the latest best-seller at book club. Or maybe it’s simply sharing a drink with friends in the Community Hub on a Friday night.
When you think about your next chapter, consider a welcoming environment like Lakeside Lara, with new homes selling now from $529,000.
Call Rhonda on 0491 229 257, visit liveinlara.com.au, or visit our display homes from 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday.
Sip a cuppa on your beautiful alfresco.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
WANT YOUR EVENT LISTED? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities. Send item details to Geelong Independent Community Calendar, 1/47 Pakington Street, Geelong West, 3218, or email to editorial@geelongindependent.com.au. Deadline for copy and announcements is 5pm Tuesday.
Market
Saturday September 7, Mirambeena Park, Warralily Blvd, Armstrong Creek. 10am-3pm.
Peace meditation
Our peace is the basis of world peace. Belmont Library, Saturday September 14, 11am-noon. With Graeme and Sherab.
0438 785 512
Track and field
Athletics Chilwell’s upcoming season, Saturday October 5. Ages 12 to 60-plus. Coaching available in middle/long distance, sprints, throws, jumps etc.
Mary, 0490 549 740, or athletics.chilwell@gmail.com
Christian singles Dinner at Kebab G Authentic Mediterranean Grill, 216 Pakington Street, Geelong West. Saturday September 14, 6.30pm. Book by September 12.
0400 662 352
Ballroom dance
Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Highway, Saturday September 7, 7.30pm-11pm, music Ben Costanzo, $10 includes supper. Sunday September 8, 2pm-4.30pm, $5, bring a plate, music Kevin.
0400 500 402
Games
Scrabble, chess, board games or cards. Thursdays 2pm-4.30pm, All Saints’ Parish Hall, Newtown. Afternoon tea provided.
Dinah, 0418 547 753
Book club
Leopold CAE book club meets second Tuesday of each month 6.30pm.
Shirley, 0488 055 969
Sing Australia Geelong Choir
Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm at Senior Citizens Centre, 52 Thomson Street, Belmont. No auditions needed.
Mary, 0419 278 456
Mindfulness & meditation
Wednesdays 11am at U3A Geelong, Thursdays 10am, U3A Torquay.
Jean, 5264 7484
Geelong Breakfast Lions
Morning club for those who want to help others, first Tuesday of each month at 8am, Eastern Hub (formerly Karingal) in East Geelong. Dinner somewhere in Geelong each month to suit members.
ajd53m@yahoo.com
Ocean Grove Seniors
Ocean Grove Seniors play 500 every Thursday at 1.15pm. Cost $20 annually and coffee included. 102 The Terrace, Ocean Grove.
Lyn, 5256 2540
Scribes Writers Group
South Barwon Community Centre, Mondays 9.30am-noon. Welcoming new members who wish to refine their skills.
geelongscribeswriters@gmail.com, or 5243 8388
Peace meditation
Our own peace is the basis of world peace. Belmont Library, 163 High Street, Saturday August 10, 11am-noon. No need to book. All welcome.
Graeme, 0438 785 512
Kids’ church Group lessons for children aged three to six years; 7-10 years; and 10+ years at St Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 171a Latrobe Terrace, Geelong, first Sunday of the month
Free Men’s barbering haircuts
Tuesday September 10, 10am-3pm, The Gordon East Campus, Building E Foyer, Boundary Road East Geelong. (No kids cuts)
during school term, 10.30-11.30am.
Suzie, 0402 963 855, or Althea, 0403 005 449
Country Heartbeat Allstars
Every Friday night, 7pm-10pm, White Eagle House Polish Club, Breakwater. Live band, walkups welcome. Supporting Sunny Days Rescue & Rehab.
Dawn, 0417 148 493
Ballroom dancing
Belmont Park Pavilion, Thursdays 2-4 pm.
Val, 5251 3529
Geelong Dragon Boat Club
Paddle at Barwon River. Training Wednesdays 5pm, Saturdays 9am. Free one-month trial.
revolutionise.com.au/geelongdragons
Zonta Club of Geelong Meets monthly for dinner first Wednesday of the month between February and December at 6.30pm for a 6.45pm start. RSVP essential.
zontageelong.org.au or zontaclubgeelong@yahoo.com.au
Geelong Prostate Support Group Meets last Friday of the month (except December), 10am-noon, Belmont Park Pavilion, 162 Barrabool Road, Belmont.
Bill, 0414 524 155, or info@geelongpsg.net
Choir
St Paul’s Choir rehearses Wednesdays from 7.45pm to 8.45pm and 9.30am Sunday for 10.30am service. Choral scholarships available. Occasional choir for those unable to make commitment to main choir.
Dr Terry Norman, 0411 875 033, or termernorman@gmail.com
Geelong ballroom dancing Saturdays 7.30pm to 10.15pm, corner Bayview Parade and Carey Street, Hamlyn Heights. Entry: $10. BYO drinks and a plate.
5278 9740, or geelongballroomdc.com.au
Corio Bay Lions Club Meetings First and third Thursday of each month at 6.30pm.
geelongcoriobay.vic@lions.org.au
Alcoholics (and other addicts) For Christ 12 Steps Group Meets Thursdays 7.30pm at Belmont-Highton Baptist Church,
43 Mt Pleasant Road, Belmont.
0420 910 763
Belmont Seniors
Players wanted to play 500 each Monday 12.30pm. Belmont Senior Centre, 52 Thomson Street, Belmont. 5241 1776
Lions Club of Geelong Meets 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. Contact below for venues and times.
geelong.vic@lions.org.au or 0408 599 962
Dancer’s Club
Ballroom dancing Wednesdays 7.30pm-10.30pm, Leopold Hall, Bellarine Highway. Cost: $8, includes light supper.
Russ, 5250 1937
Geelong Harmony Chorus Women’s four-part harmony singing. All ages encouraged. Rehearsals Mondays 6.45pm at Herne Hill.
contact@geelongharmony.com.au, or 0406 666 737
Geelong Welsh Ladies Choir
Small ladies choir who require no knowledge of the Welsh language. Meet Wednesdays 7pm at St Luke’s, Highton to help each other sing in Welsh and English.
0413 406 433, or welshladieschoir.com.au
Chess clubs
Ocean Grove, Tuesdays at 1.30pm at 101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove; Portarlington, Mondays at 9.30am, Parks Hall, 87 Newcombe Street, Portarlington; and St Leonards, Thursdays at 9.30am, unit 2 1375-1377 Murradoc Road (on Blanche Street), St Leonards.
Ralph, 0431 458 100 (Ocean Grove), Rob, 5259 2290 (Portarlington), Lyn, 5292 2162 (St Leonards)
Geelong Vietnam Veterans Coffee and a chat at 31 Mt Pleasant Road, Belmont. Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10am-3pm. Fortnightly lunch at various locations. Meetings second Monday of each month.
Gary, 0400 862 727
Carpet Bowls
Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Highway, Wednesdays, 1pm to 3.15pm. $4 Admission and includes afternoon tea.
0400 500 402
Welcome mat
Belmont Uniting Church every Friday from 10am to 1pm. Games, lunch and friendship.
Fay, 0409 361 414
OMNI
Older Men New Ideas men’s friendly informal chat group, South Barwon Community Centre, 33 Mt Pleasant Road, Belmont, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 10.30am.
Allan, 0409 665 608
Lara Community Market Run by Rotary Club of Lara District every second Sunday of the month at Lara RSL from 9am to 1pm.
Geelong Breakfast Lions Club Meets first Tuesday of each month, 8am at The Eastern Hub, East Geelong.
ajd53m@yahoo.com
Geelong Amateur Radio Club
Storrer Street Clubhouse, Geelong, Wednesdays 1.30pm to 4pm and Fridays at 6.30pm.
Robert, 0438 409 979, or vk3atl.org
Geelong’s Soroptimist International Service club for women and girls, every second Tuesday of the month from 6pm at Belmont RSL.
0455 835 691, or geelong@siswp.com
Geelong Sports & Game Fishing Meets first and third Monday of the month at Belmont Park Pavilion, 7.30pm.
John, 0409 234 307
Combined Probus Belmont Central The Combined Probus Club of Belmont Central meets at 10am on the second Wednesday of each month at Waurn Ponds Hotel. Visitors welcome.
Secretary, 0417 555 547
Geelong Anglers Club
Meets fourth Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm, 9 Yuille Street, Geelong West. Monthly fishing competitions.
Brian, 0417 190 092, or Ian, 0470 114 787
Drysdale CWA
Every second Tuesday at 1pm and crafts every fourth Tuesday at 11.30am of each month at Drysdale RSL Club.
Jenny, 0452 258 333
Scottish country dancing classes GOG Scottish Country Dance classes
7.30pm Tuesdays at Leopold Hill Hall, $5. No partner needed.
Vicki, 0412 762 983, or Barbara, 0419 511 781
Geelong Scottish Dance Highland dance classes for all ages Wednesday from 4pm and Saturday from 10am at Western Heights Uniting Church Hall, St Herne Hill.
Christine, 0468 311 788, or facebook.com/GeelongScottishDance
Bingo
Tuesdays 1pm-3pm, great grocery prizes plus $50 jackpot books $2.50. Belmont Seniors Centre, 52 Thomson Street, Belmont.
Frank, 5241 1776
First steps in music
Babies, toddlers and preschoolers welcome with parent/carer. Thursdays Northern Bay College, Tallis, and Fridays at Northern Bay College, Peacock. Free if living in 3214 postcode, bookings essential.
info@bluebirdfoundationinc.org.au
Out and about
Independent photographer Louisa Jones was at St Albans Reserve on Saturday August 31 for the Geelong & District Football Netball League semi-finals.
1/ Vilma, Carolyn, Ashlee and Tayla Brunato, Nic Bauld. 2/ Aim O’Brien and Claire Mawson. 3/ Quinn with Rex, Archer and Amy O’Neil. 4/ Finn, Sam and Eli. 5/ Chris Hill and Judy Hewson. 6/ Brad Haines, Kinga and Ben Couzins. 7/ Will, Billy, Jackson and Kristy Dole. 8/ Fred Royal, Liam Graham, Baxcta Bonnington and Jack Graham. 9/ Ky, Matt and Thompson. 10/ Chloe and Liam. 11/ Barry Jeffrey, Lannah Mayman, Carla and Sandra Jeffrey. (Pictures: Louisa Jones) 428242
To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur
ACROSS
1 Recording reproduction (8)
5 Expression (6)
10 Outdoor area adjoining a house (5)
11 Variety of nut (9)
12 Slanted font (6)
13 Southwest Pacific region (7)
14 Inflexible (8)
15 Art of dwarfing shrubs or trees (6)
18 From Tuscany (6)
20 Cloistered (8)
21 Plaintiff (7)
24 Easily (6)
27 Waterer (9)
28 Fastening (5)
29 Fluffy dessert (6)
30 Graveyard (8)
DOWN
1 Pontiff (4)
2 Heights (9)
3 Barbecue (5)
4 Cubic contents (8)
6 Dismissal (5-2)
7 Pale (5)
8 Pathological self-admirer (9)
9 Capital of Norway (4)
14 Banishment (9)
16 Moon (9)
17 Keep (8)
19 Gives (7)
22 One of the Ionian islands (5)
23 Book of the Bible (4)
25 Unit of length (5)
26 Unsightly (4)
letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural nouns ending in “s”.
Nellie Lovett, Johanna Barker and Judge Turpin are all characters from which musical?
2 What breed of dog is used as a piece on the Monopoly board?
3 In what century did the Wars of the Roses occur?
4 And which two royal houses did they involve?
5 Rooney Mara (pictured) starred as the titular character in which biblical drama film? 6 Who wrote Charlotte’s Web TheTrumpetoftheSwan and Stuart Little?
7 What did the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution legalise?
8 What type of fruit is a cara cara navel?
9 How many Celtic languages are still spoken today?
In which US city did the first Starbucks open?
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Electric Genesis powers on
By Alistair Kennedy, Marque Motoring
GV60isthefirstdedicatedelectricvehiclefrom Hyundai’s luxury sub-brand Genesis.
Launched here in early 2022 it’s the smallest of the three models in the Genesis SUV range behind the mid-sized GV70 and large GV80. Each of the three models get different powertrain choices. Our test vehicle, The GV60 is fully-electric, the GV80 comes with turbo-petrol or diesel, as does the GV70 but with an EV option added. Our test vehicle, the GV60, is electric only.
Genesis GV60 sits on the same platform as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. With a starting price of just over $100,000 the Genesis is significantly more expensive than the AWD versions of its two siblings.
UnliketheEV6andIoniq5whichcomewith the option of single (2WD) or dual (AWD) motors, the GV60 is only AWD.
Two GV60 variants are available, Lux and Performance Lux priced at $103,384 and $113,384 respectively plus on-road costs.
Styling
Although it’s classed as an SUV, GV60 is very coupe-like in its appearance, streamlined from the bonnet to the chunky rear spoiler and with a short front overhang. A long wheelbase and large haunches make it look larger than its 4.5-metre length.
Unlike most EVs the GV60 comes with a grille. In this case it is a version of the Genesis family Crest Grille and is located in a lower position than in other GV models that have internal combustion engines. This is to make for the different cooling requirements specific to the dedicated high-performance EV platform.
GV60 features a Clamshell Hood that combines the bonnet and fenders for a sleek appearance.
The wide grille-less front is framed by the same double-stacked headlights that are common across the Genesis range.
The GV60 is available with 10 exterior colours, including two in a Matte finish that are only available in the Performance variant.
Interior
Passengers in the rear seat have plenty of legroom although the floor is slightly higher
because the battery pack is under the floor. Also, the sloping rear window may make it a little tight for those travelling there.
There are lots of soft touch materials throughoutwithNappaleatherandsuedeseats.
To make the GV60 more sustainable, various parts are created with eco-friendly and recycled materials. The seats, door armrests, console armrests, and crash pads are made with plant-based leather.
Thereareplentyofstoragespacesthroughout including large bottle holders in all doors and in the floating centre console which can be accessed from both the front and rear.
The seat covers and door centre trims have fabrics made with yarns extracted from recycled PET bottles and fishnets.
Another clever feature is controls that allow the front passenger seat to be adjusted either by the driver or rear passengers.
Powertrain
The GV60 Lux has combined power of 234 kW, 74 kW from the front motor and 160 kW from the rear together with 605 Nm of torque.
The GV60 Performance Lux steps up to 360 kW, 180W at both front and rear and 700 Nm of torque.
Bothvariantsfeaturea77.4kWhLithium-ion batterywhichprovideadrivingrangeof470km (WLTP) per charge for the base model and 466km(WLTP)perchargeforthePerformance variant.
Transmission in our GV60 Lux test car is to all four wheels through what you could call a single-speed automatic transmission.
Safety
Standard safety features start with 10 airbags including a rollover-resistant curtain ‘bags, advanced ABS brakes and Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go function.
Other features include Lane Keeping Assist, High Beam Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Automatic Collision Notification, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Assist, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, and Advanced Rear Occupant Alert.
the instrument clusters and navigation into a panoramic display where the content is connected throughout in clusters, navigation and head up display.
Both the HD multimedia touch screen display and the digital instrument cluster are 12.3-inch units.
Audio is through a premium 17-speaker Bang & Olufsen system with a sound control interface to provide a choice of different sound mixes including Relax, Energetic, Bright and Warm.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both wired.
Driving
Entry into the GV60 is helped by a sensor within the key fob that automatically pops up the door handles when the driver approaches the vehicle.
In addition, the Genesis Face Connect feature allows the driver to lock or unlock the car without a key. Drivers only need to touch the door handle and show their face to the camera on the B-pillar. The feature can register two faces.
Fingerprint Authentication System allows
drivers to start and drive the car without a key.
The previous GV60 models didn’t have traditional side mirrors but instead used cameras that transmitted images to small screens inside the doors. We’ve tested this in previous reviews and found it distracting at times because the screen on the driver’s door was too close.
Fortunately, the MY2024 upgrade added the option of including normal side mirrors and these were fitted to our test vehicle. The screens are still there but we basically ignored them throughout our test.
Rear vision is poor with the raked window partially blocked by a large rear spoiler and rear seat headrests.
There are three drive modes to choose from, Eco, Normal and Sport. The Eco setting makes the GV60 accelerate relatively gently. The Normal mode is the one we used for most of our driving as we feel that’s what most owners would do.
The Sport mode makes it go like a rocket and providesinstantgrunttohelpyouovertakeina short space when you see a chance to get past a slower car during country driving. Or you can simply use it just for the fun it provides.
The i-PEDAL regenerative braking mode enables a single-pedal driving strategy that allows acceleration, deceleration and stopping of the vehicle using only the accelerator
Summing up
At $100k-plus the Genesis GV60 is not cheap, especially from a relatively new brand, however it is a most impressive vehicle that’s stylish inside and out, combining excellent performance with all the latest in technology. Genesis provides an outstanding ownership program with a five-year unlimited distance warranty, plus in the GV60 an eight-year warranted for eight year/160,000km cover on the battery.
There’s also five years of free roadside assistance as well as free servicing for the same period with service intervals of 12 months or 15,000 kilometres. The dealership will collect and return the car when it is to be serviced or provide a loan car. Roadside assistance extends to 10 years if the car is always serviced by a Genesis dealer.
EV buyers also get the option of a five-year Chargefox membership or a free homecharger.
The Genesis GV60 is stylish inside and out.
(Pictures: Supplied)
Grubbers, Tigers into grand finals
Ocean Grove set up an epic Bellarine Netball League A Grade grand final against Geelong Amateur with a commanding win against Torquay while Torquay prevailed over Drysdale in the senior footy at Leopold on Saturday August 31. Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was there to see it all unfold.
Left: Michael Croxford clears the ball. Centre: Luke Preece sinks the boot in (top); Luke Mahony is tackled to the ground. Right: Chase Loftus scrambles for the ball. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 429048
Left: Clay Page clears out of defence. Above: Charlie Ham kicks the Tigers into attack.
Left: Kiralee Collings looks for a way through the Ocean Grove defence. Centre: Bec O’Neill has the ball knocked away by Sophie Ritchie-Crichton. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 428237
Georgia Ryan hands the ball off.
Left: Rhiannon Whitson runs the ball out of defence. Above: Anna Smith looks for a passing option. Below: Rhiannon Whitson and Rhian Moresi compete under the net.
Thrilling upset sees Winch win
Winchelsea defeated East Geelong by one goal in the Geelong & District Netball League A Grade second-semi final and Independent photographer Louisa Jones was there to capture these moments.
Casey Carroll tries to spot a teammate.
Claudia Cook and Casey Carroll battle it out.
Left: Katrina Biscan surveys her options. Centre: Shannon Pietsch accepts a pass. Right: Katrina Filice. (Pictures: Louisa Jones) 428241
Gemma Stavenuiter in action for Winchelsea.
Rhiannon Williams with the ball.
Stephanie Boyce.
Meg Royal finds space.
Above: Zoey Perovic and Meg Royal. Right: Zoe Tennant.
Belmont Lions into GDFL decider
Independent photographer Louisa Jones was at St Albans Reserve on Saturday August 31 to see Belmont Lions defeat East Geelong in the Geelong & District Football League second semi-final.
Jayden Fanning, Jake Wood, Ben Mulvahil and David Allitt.
John McIntyre drives the Eagles into attack.
Sam Lowe fights for possession.
Left: Jed Evans has a shot on goal. Centre: Sam Lowe kicks long. Right: Corey Jarrad, Noah Houtsma and Caleb Ezard. (Pictures: Louisa Jones) 428240
Bradley Michell tackles Ben Mulvahil.
Corey Jarrad.
Jacob Sobey and Noah Houtsma.
Above: Andy Wylie and Jacob Sobey in an aerial contest. Centre: Ben McPherson directs traffic. Right: Jaydan McLauchlan finds space.
Highton scores hat-trick
LOCAL TENNIS
Donna Schoenmaekers
Tennis Geelong’s Saturday Senior Pennant concluded this week with grand finals played in trying conditions.
Highton was best represented by far, with seven teams vying for honours, with three eventual victors.
Their best win for the day went to 1 Mixed, who with only one loss for the season, continued their winning form taking the first four sets over Grovedale.
It was a battle of Blue and White in 4 Open. Anthony Eyles took the first singles for White 6-4, 7-5 while Joel Agustsson the second 7-5, 6-3 for Blue. Both doubles went to a super tie-break with Blue coming out in front in both – the final score line put Blue in front, and while the result was three rubbers to one, there were only a two games difference at the end of the day. 2 Open also managed to get over the line in another close result, this time over Grovedale. Grovedale fared better in the singles, while Highton were better in the doubles, but with Joshua Torney pushing Ishan Phule to a super tie-break, Highton went ahead on the set score while the teams were tied on rubbers. The final score 2-5-39 to 2-3-32.
Grovedale’s one shining light was 2 Mixed who were evenly matched with Hamlyn Park all season. The teams traded sets to be at two sets all with Grovedale ahead by two games going into the reverse mixed, but Ella Hill and Riley Robertson won the fifth set 6-1 to guarantee the win, the team finishing four games ahead while even on sets.
Bannockburn and Surfcoast Bellbrae were looking like the match of the day in 2 Men with both previous matches level on sets and decided only by a few games. In blustery conditions all players were pushed to their limits, but Bannockburn handled things better winning the first four sets before taking out the match 5-1.
Ryan Lange gave Newcomb a great start 1 Men dropping only one game in his first two sets, helping them to a 3-1 lead over Hamlyn Park going into the remaining two sets.
While the Park managed to get up in the fifth, Newcomb proved too strong, overall winners 4-2.
Eastern Districts also had a 4-2 win in 4 Mixed over Wandana Heights Blue, but with two tie-breaks didn’t have things all their own way. Wandana fared better in 5 Open when they clashed with Highton Blue. In a matchthatlastedclosetofivehours,withthree super tie-breaks and a 6-4, 7-6 Wandana’s Tom Smith, Lachlan Murphy, Martin Dean and Jeet Bhuva earned their win 3-5-45 to 1-3-42.
1 Open also proved tough in the singles, with both decided in super tie-breaks with Barwon Heads coming out on top. With the first doubles also going their way, Barwon
Heads were crowned premiers with the result at 3-4-41 to 1-4-42.
Ocean Grove Red claimed the club’s one final of the day in 3 Open, with Ross Gibson leading the team winning his singles and doubles, helping them to a 2-5-40 to 2-3-24 victory.
Moolap Black came from third to win the final match of the day against minor premiers Surfcoast Torquay in 3 Mixed, buoyed by strong crowd support. The conditions were tough for both teams and the teams were tied on sets with Moolap ahead by five games going into the reverse mixed, but with the remaining sets being split and similar in score, Moolap found themselves victorious at three sets all with four games to spare.
Ocean Grove goes four from four
LOCAL TENNIS
Donna Schoenmaekers
Geelong Lawn was best represented in Tennis Geelong’s Junior Winter Pennant grand finals with seven teams fighting it out with three of them successful.
The club were guaranteed a flag in 2 Boys with teams pitted against each other, and Black eventual one-game winners over White.
1 Girls continued their winning streak over minor Premiers Barwon Heads winning 4-2 while2GirlsscoredtheirfirstwinoverWestern Heights Uniting by just two games to claim the premiership.
Ocean Grove went four for four, the best success rate for the day. Timothe Garnier and Jack Kavenagh proved too strong in the singles givingthemthewininPremier,Wandanawere no match in 3 Boys going down 5-1, the Rays postedtheirfirstwinoverCliftonSprings4-2in 8 Boys while Green Ball 3 had a thriller against St Mary’s holding on to win by one game.
Lara also went undefeated in their three outings with Green Ball 2 posting the best win, 5-1 over Barwon Heads, 3 Girls were in a tight one with Clifton Springs Blue with the match tied on sets after the singles, but Lara proved too strong in the doubles, winning the match 4-2.
It was a match for the taking in 7 Boys with All Saints ahead by one game going into the doubles, but with a good win and close loss, Lara finished level on sets but ahead by one game.
Wandana Heights finished in front in two of their four finals, with Green Ball 1 getting over Grovedale 5-1 and 1 Boys turning the tables on Barwon Heads, getting their first win over the minor premiers 4-2.
Drysdale managed two wins in two matches, including the closest of the day. They were tied with Hamlyn Park but one game behind after the singles, then tied on sets and games after the doubles forcing the match to a seventh set. Patrick Lonegran and Lewis Kilpatrick sealed the match for Drysdale with a 6-4 win in the decider.
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Gun mid wins Ash Medal
Star Torquay midfielder Matthew Boag won his first Les Ash Medal on Wednesday night.
Boag crossed over to the Tigers from Newtown & Chilwell this season and wonwith26votesfromAngleseaplaying coach Jordan Keras on 20.
Equal third on 16 votes was Drysdale young gun Luke Preece and Geelong Amateur pair Harry Kershaw and Riley Ferguson.
Triple premiership Queenscliff star Jayden Durran won the reserves Don ColeMedalwith18votesfromDrysdale’s Josh Hopgood one vote behind.
Equal third were Geelong Amateur duo Riley Mattner and Cody Diana on 16 votes.
Torquay’s Kiralee Collings and Newcomb’s Jessica Duke shared the A Grade netball medal with 27 votes each while Geelong Amateur pair Darcy McFarlane and Ruby Watson were runners-up one vote behind. Queenscliff shooterKaitlinGladmanwasthirdon20 votes.
In B Grade, Ammos’ Lauren Lapsley won with 23 votes from Portarlington’s Grace Boland on 19.
Port’s Emily Hoare and Ocean Grove coach Mel Holmes won the C Grade medalon23voteswithTinaBirchtaking out the D Grade award on 16 votes with four players tying for second on 15.
OceanGrove’sAnnabelleSargeantwon E Grade on 21 votes from Queenscliff’s Leah Tate on 20.
The netball Rising Star award was won by Geelong Amateur young gun Louise Shaw.
Teams of the year
NETBALL
Defenders: Keisha Guilmartin (Geelong Amateur, captain), Jessica Duke (Newcomb), Georgia Berry (Ocean Grove)
Midcourters: Georgia Duncan (Geelong Amateur), Lauren Berridge (Torquay), Emily Moroney (Ocean Grove), Kiralee Collings (Torquay)
Goalers: Kaitlin Gladman (Queenscliff), Ruby Watson (Geelong Amateur), Carly Sanders (Newcomb).
Coach: Mel Savage (Geelong Amateur)
FOOTBALL
Backs: Kyle Polley (Barwon Heads), Ben McNamara (Torquay; captain), Oscar Cooke (Modewarre)
Half-backs: Luke
Preece (Drysdale), Noah McGregor-Dawson (Anglesea), Matt Farrelly (Modewarre)
Centres: Lachie Smith (Anglesea), Jordan Keras (Anglesea), Riley Ferguson (Geelong Amateur)
Half-forwards: James Breust (Drysdale), Patrick Dowling (Geelong Amateur), Josh Finch (Modewarre)
4-2 over Geelong Lawn.
Point Lonsdale consolidated their extra set win last week in 6 Boys when they took an early 3-0 lead against Hamlyn Park, before eventually winning 5-1, in their one final for the day.
Highton also had one final for the day, and made the most of it in 5 Boys. They were neck and neck with Geelong Lawn all day with each team taking a set 6-4, then Highton ahead by a game at the end of the singles. Highton managed a closer loss and better win in the doubles, running out winners with the sets level but ahead by three games.
Forwards: Mitch McGuire (Drysdale), Connor Joseph (Modewarre), Jack Duke (Newcomb)
Followers: Matt Piggott (Drysdale), Matthew Boag (Torquay), Riley Stuhldreier (Barwon Heads)
Interchange: Baxter Mensch (Torquay), Blake Sutterby (Geelong Amateur), Teia Miles (Portarlington), Jarrod Stafford (Newcomb)
Coach: Dom Gleeson (Torquay)
Point Lonsdale: Lara Epstein, Lachy Gaylard, Finn Costello and Tom May. Absent: Leah McCurry (Supplied)
Section 2 Mixed Grovedale: Riley Robertson, Jess Lee, Jaylen Sach, Ellan Hill, Freddie Arblaster and Ebony Paull. (Pictures: Supplied)
Section 4 Open Highton White: Josh Palmer, Conor MacKinnon, Sara Chol and Anthony Eyles.
Surf Coast clubs to battle it out
By Justin Flynn
In a season of upsets and constant ladder changes, it seems fitting that tomorrow’s Bellarine Football League grand final will feature a tried and tested finals warrior and a new kid on the block.
Torquay has played in the past three grand finals while Anglesea’s last appearance was back in 1999 when it defeated Ocean Grove by 10 points.
The Tigers have only been beaten twice this season, but one of those was in the second semi-final against their grand final opponents.
Coach Dom Gleeson said his side wasn’t at its best a fortnight ago, but also paid credit to the Roos.
“I think we learned a lot about ourselves,” he said.
“I think the first question that people ask all the time is ‘what happened?’. The facts are we played a really good side in really good form and it only takes a couple of players to be down and then you lose a game and that’s what I love about our competition. Now, more than ever, it’s quite challenging from week to week.”
Torquay’s preliminary final win against Drysdale was built on the back of a blistering eight-goal second quarter, but also from a solid defensive effort in the third term.
“We trained for it,” Gleeson said.
“Trying to be able to defend, I thought the boys for the most part did that. Drysdale have always had the ability to score, you know they’re going to score at some stage in the game. Just how do you stop the momentum? And I thought the group did it really well on the weekend.”
One thing that could count in Torquay’s favour tomorrow is grand final experience.
“I’d like to think so,” Gleeson said.
“Contrary to what people might think, we’re still a young group. These 22- (and) 23-year-olds that have been around the club for a long time. We’ve played them since they were kids and now they’re becoming leaders within themselves.
“It’s a big day for a young group. It’s a big day for a group that committed to each other over two years ago that they were going to stay
with each other and try and create something special and I think they’ve done that. I think the experience certainly helps.
Gleeson said both sides match up pretty evenly.
“I feel like we’re pretty equal, so it’s whoever can pull off their game plans best and bring their A game,” he said.
“We’ve got a lot of respect for Anglesea, the club down the road that we have had some tussleswith.It’snosurprisetomethatAnglesea are in the grand final.”
While Anglesea might not be laden with grand final familiarity, the town has been buzzing for two weeks after earning a direct path into the decider.
Coach Jordan Keras said the week off was welcome.
“A few boys are ironing out some bruises and bumpsandIthinkthey’llbemuchbetterofffor the two big finals in a row,” he said.
“It’s hard to go four finals in a row, so (I was) happy to have one off. Some people don’t get an opportunity to play in a grand final in their career and we get an opportunity now and hopefully we can get one more (win) - the one that matters.”
Keras said, although pleasing, the second semi-final win was not perfect.
“Reviewing the game we actually thought we have a fair bit to improve on,” he said.
“We took away some of their strengths, but we definitely feel like we’ve got a bit to go. We could probably have two or three really experienced players come in, too.
“I don’t think there’s any one position that will win it. I think all phases of the game are going to be really important, our forwards, mids and our backs and how well we can all execute that role together and how well we can connect with each other. So the side that connects the best with each other through all phases of the game will win it. I think it’s going to be a pretty decent match.”
Anglesea will play Torquay at Leopold on Saturday September 7 starting at 2pm. Torquay will play Geelong Amateur in the reserves grand final beginning at 11.30am and Grovedale takes on Lara in the Under 18 Division 2 decider at 9.15am.
Grubbers hope history repeats in final rematch
By Justin Flynn
Ocean Grove A Grade coach Mel Holmes will behopingthathersidecanemulatelastseason’s Bellarine Netball League heroics and defeat an unbeaten Geelong Amateur in this Saturday’s grand final.
In a stunning performance last September, Ocean Grove put together its best four quarters of netball for the 2024 season to upset the unbeaten flag favourites.
The scenario is remarkably similar this time around.
“It’s not going to be easy, but the girls are up for the challenge,” first-year coach Holmes said.
“I think for us it’s limiting our errors. In those big games, making errors can really cost you so for us it’s not crumbling to that pressure and making good decisions.
“I think we’ve got the skills to do it, it’s just if we make errors, they (Geelong Amateur) can capitalise.”
The Grubbers bounced back from their second semi-defeat to easily account for Torquay in the preliminary final.
“We knew that last week we learned a few lessons and I think we kind of went back to the drawing board and went back to what we need to do well,” Holmes said.
“There was pressure on, but there were no nerves. They knew what they needed to get done and I thought they did it really well.”
Holmes agreed that 10 other clubs in the league would give anything to be in Ocean Grove’s and Geelong Amateur’s shoes this week.
TheGrubbershaveplentyofnewfacesonthe court this season.
“It (making a grand final) is not easy to do,” she said. “It’s not the same team. So the fact that we’ve been able to get it done and get there and then have a chance is amazing. So the girls are really, really excited.”
Geelong Amateur coach Mel Savage said her group had not spoken about last year’s result.
“I’m a big believer in ‘don’t look in the past, look to the future’,” she said.
“We don’t have an identical lineup (to last season). We have a very different lineup. So we’re looking to the future and there’s no point looking back. We can’t wait. We are really, really excited about the challenge ahead.”
Ammos have won all three encounters against the Grubbers this season by 17 goals in round 6, by five in round 15 and by five in the second semi-final.
Savage watched Grove’s preliminary final win against Torquay, but said at this time of year it was always unlikely she would learn anything new about her opponents.
“We’ll just focus on what we do,” she said.
“I think their lineup is pretty settled. We didn’t learn anything new that we didn’t (already) know throughout the season.”
Savage said the battle between prolific goalshooter Ruby Watson and star goalkeeper
Georgia Berry will be worth watching.
“That’s always a good match-up,” she said.
“As a defender (Berry) matches her (Watson) obviously with her height, but also with physicality. So that would be a really great match-up and probably the other one for me is in the centre.
“The two Georgias - Georgia Duncan and Georgia Ryan - I’m really looking forward to their contest. Obviously I’ve coached Georgia Ryan and I know the type of player she is. If we can get the upper hand in the midcourt, I’m really confident of what we can do. It will be a great challenge.
“Asasquad,thereisjustthisrealstrongbelief in our own ability and the process. (We’re) focusing purely on ourselves and what we’re doing and that has been a big focus all season. We’ll control the controllables.”
All grand finals are at Leopold Memorial Reserve on Saturday September 7.
Grand finals
13 & UNDER DIVISION 1: Queenscliff vs Torquay at 9.15am.
13 & UNDER DIVISION 2: Torquay vs Ocean Grove at 8am.
15 & UNDER DIVISION 1: Geelong Amateur vs Portarlington at 11.45am.
15 & UNDER DIVISION 2: Torquay vs Geelong Amateur at 8am.
17 & UNDER DIVISION 1: Portarlington vs Geelong Amateur at 9.15am.
17 & UNDER DIVISION 2: Geelong Amateur vs Ocean Grove at 1.05pm.
19 & UNDER: Drysdale vs Barwon Heads at 10.30am.
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Geelong Amateur captain Keisha Guilmartin and Ocean Grove skipper Emily Moroney wish each other the best ahead of this weekend’s grand final. (Ivan Kemp) 428651_12
Anglesea captain James Carr and Torquay skipper James Darke. (Ivan Kemp) 428651_01
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